Registered Nurse (RN) Wounded Warrior

Vighter; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Vighter is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager to provide primary case management for the Wounded Warrior program at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, MD. The role focuses on inpatient and outpatient care coordination, discharge planning, and collaboration with military and civilian healthcare teams.

Qualified candidates will hold an ADN or BSN with 5+ years of nursing experience, including case management.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of nursing experience with full-time case management experience; for ADN three years, for BSN two years.
• Active, valid, current RN license in any U.S. state.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• CCM or ANCC certification or eligibility; obtain within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management, care coordination, and discharge/disposition planning for inpatient and outpatient care.
• Identify and assess patients for case management (DES, wounded, ill, or injured Service Members).
• Develop patient-specific care plans with patients, families, and healthcare team.

Skills

Case management

Care coordination

Discharge planning

Communication

Patient education

Advocacy

Education

ADN or BSN

Tools

MHS GENESIS

Joint Legacy Viewer (JLV)

Job description

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Title: Registered Nurse (RN), Case Manager, Wounded Warrior

Location: Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, MD

Position Type: Full time (40 hours/week), hourly.

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Education Level: ADN or BSN

Job Category: Health Care

Our Company Promise:

We are committed to providing our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Vighter’s Mission is to provide efficient, fast, high-quality healthcare staffing to our clients. Our Culture’s 5 key elements are crucial to the effectiveness of our employees in accomplishing our mission. These elements are:

Creating and cultivating this Culture within the organization is our commitment to our employees. Above all, Vighter employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude that they are expected to share externally with every Vighter Client and Customer.

Summary:

Vighter is recruiting Registered Nurse (RN) Case Managers to provide primary Case Management for Air Force Airman Guardian Medical Transition Unit patients hospitalized or lodging at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) Bethesda, MD. In accordance with established policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines, while supporting the healthcare needs of Service Members, their families, and Veterans.

Vighter is a Service Disabled, Veteran Owned Small Business that is accredited by both the Joint Commission and ISO-9001. With our dedication to continuous improvement, Vighter assists in the provision of the highest standards of care.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Provide case management, care coordination, and discharge/disposition planning for inpatient and outpatient care.
• Identify and assess patients for case management, including referrals, Disability Evaluation System (DES) cases, and wounded, ill, or injured Service Members.
• Develop and implement patient-specific care plans with patients, families/caregivers, providers, and the healthcare team.
• Coordinate referrals and services across military, civilian, VA, rehabilitation, long-term, community, and home-care settings.
• Address medical, nursing, and psychosocial needs while educating and advocating for patients and families/caregivers.
• Monitor patient progress, treatment adherence, follow-up, outcomes, and resource utilization.
• Maintain military and community resources, including MTF, TRICARE, National Guard/Reserve, VA, and community agencies.
• Participate in multidisciplinary, Care Coordination, facility, and Andrews Medical Group meetings as required.
• Complete medical record documentation, coding, tracking logs, data reporting, and required medical progress reports.
• Follow applicable DoD, Air Force, MTF, CMSA, URAC, AAAHC, TJC, EEO, safety, and infection-control requirements.
• Complete required electronic medical record, MTF orientation, AF/DoD Case Management, and other mandated training; support staff orientation and facility committees as required.
• Support research, program evaluation, accreditation readiness, reports, and briefings.
• Travel between medical treatment facilities or off-installation when required, including patient living-quarter assessments for safety and accessibility.
• Coordinate leave, TDY, and paid time off with the COR, FRED, and Medical Management Staff, ensure patient-care coverage, and use Government-provided communication equipment during required travel.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of case management assessment, planning, facilitation, advocacy, care coordination, and evaluation.
• Knowledge of nursing practice, human behavior, family systems, and the impact of illness or disability on social functioning.
• Working knowledge of DoD, Federal, State, and non-profit healthcare systems, including TRICARE, Medicare, Medicaid, VA, public health, and community services.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, AAAHC, TJC, CMSA, and URAC standards and requirements.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Teams, Outlook, internet applications, MHS GENESIS, Joint Legacy Viewer (JLV), and electronic documentation.
• Strong communication, organization, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills, including tact when working with distressed or uncooperative individuals.

Education:

• Graduate of an associate degree in nursing (ADN) or baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) program accredited by a national nursing accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of five (5) years of nursing experience, including three (3) years for ADN or two (2) years for BSN of full-time clinical case management experience.
• Maintain an active, valid, current, and unrestricted RN license in any U.S. state or jurisdiction.
• Current BLCS/BLS and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Clinical case management experience must include work with adults, children, families, seniors, or groups.
• CCM or ANCC certification, or certification eligible; if not currently board-certified, obtain certification within 12 months of initial employment.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

Duty Hours / On-call Requirements:

• The expected duty hours for this position are Monday – Friday, 0730-1630, with 1 hour break as stated within the contract.
• Location: Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, MD
• Supportive team of healthcare professionals and administrative staff.
• Opportunity to work with diverse populations, including Service Members, Veterans, retirees and their families.

Travel:

• Travel outside the local MTF/ off-installation may be required, including patient living quarters and travel between MTFs; reimbursed in accordance with Contract.
• Competitive hourly rate + health and welfare paid in cash.
• A comprehensive benefits package, with Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance available for W2 full-time employees.
• Company-paid basic Life and AD&D insurance. Best in class rates for Voluntary life insurance.
• Vacation accrual and paid holidays (Per SCA Rules).

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand or sit for more than 8 hours per day.
• Must be able to use an elevator or walk up & down stairs.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and carry up to 10 feet.
• Must be able to routinely grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbows/knees and reach above and below shoulders.
• Must be able to read and interpret handwritten and typewritten print.
• Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.
• Must be able to perform duties in an indoor office or outdoor environment.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background investigation.
• Must undergo Urine Drug Screening (UDS).

Vighter LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

In accordance with recent Executive Orders (EO 14151, EO 14168 and EO 14173,) Vighter LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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