Registered Nurse (RN) Care Manager

107 The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Hospital Authority; Rolling Meadows (IL); Remote; USD 52,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a full-time care manager nurse to coordinate multidisciplinary care and ensure timely, quality outcomes. The role supports patient/family engagement and works either embedded in a provider office or telephonically with a care team.

Candidates must hold an IL RN license, have a Bachelor’s in Nursing or related field, and bring 5 years of nursing experience or 1–2 years in care management. Epic EMR experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Active IL RN license is required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or related field.
• 5 years of experience in clinical nursing or 1–2 years in care management.
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care management with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely, cost-effective care.
• Collaborate with patient/family to set SMART goals.
• Report abnormal findings and develop care plans with the care team.
• Manage CM caseload independently per department standards.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or related field

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Department: 10010 Community Care Partners - Administration Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Remote M-F Days The nurse will need WI. IL license is not required Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30 Needs IL RN licensure

Major Responsibilities:

Facilitates communications among patient/family, multidisciplinary team, medical management team, community resources and other disciplines to anticipate, identify, evaluate, and act to resolve any potential barriers and constraints to delivery of care in a timely manner. Understands and interprets multiple contracts and contractual obligations in order to enable the care management team to achieve maximum clinical and financial outcomes. Collaborates with the patient/family and inter-professional team including the primary care team, hospital care team, post acute care managers, and other care partners to provide a model of care that ensures the delivery of quality, efficient, and cost-effective healthcare services. May work embedded within a provider office or telephonically working with a care team. Uses evidenced-based approaches to increase patient and family activation and engagement in their own care. As appropriate to the population, partners with patient and family to develop SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, time-bound) goals. Assists in the development, procurement, and adoption of patient self-management educational resources. Identifies potential barriers to learning and/or to the optimal delivery of care. Reports abnormal findings to the responsible provider/care team, and collaborates to develop a plan. Independently manages CM caseload according to department expectations. Ensures timely completion of tasks and documentation related to MCO, regulatory and contractual requirements. Partners with identified at-risk patients throughout the diagnosis, treatment and follow-up in order to deliver continuity of care. Anticipates the needs of the patient, recognizes and responds to changes in a patient’s status and determines priorities of patient care based based on essential patient needs. Coordinates patient information and communication between and among the patient/family, the referring/accepting facilities and physicians, community caregivers (as applicable) and other members of ACM to ensure smooth transitions of care. Coordinates referrals to other internal AAH departments and/or external community resources as necessary. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age‑specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age‑specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices. (IL)

Education Required:

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or related field.

Experience Required:

Requires 5 years of experience in clinical nursing or 1-2 years of care management experience. Strong preference for case manager, telephonic nursing experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

Applicable certification is encouraged. Must be self‑directed with the ability to work well independently and within a team environment while recognizing and meeting the individual needs of external and internal partners/customers. Ability to demonstrate excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills. Ability to demonstrate critical thinking, problem solving and excellent organizational skills. Ability to work productively and effectively in a complex environment that includes multiple changing priorities. Demonstrated ability to work well with physicians and other healthcare professionals in a direct and positive manner. Proficient computer/Microsoft‑suite skills and previous Epic EMR experience. Ability to handle multiple responsibilities.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You:

• Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Benefits and more
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full‑time, part‑time, per diem, temporary, etc.)

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third‑largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value‑based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for‑profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world‑class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading‑edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care.