Resident Care Manager

Escondido Pa; Forest Grove (OR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Health savings account

Flexible spending account

Life & Disability benefits

PTO & Holiday pay

Parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Escondido Pa in Forest Grove, OR is hiring a Resident Care Manager to lead clinical planning and care coordination in a post-acute setting. The role requires collaboration with residents, families, and healthcare providers to deliver extraordinary, cost-conscious care.

The position emphasizes thorough documentation, utilization reviews, and seamless admissions/discharges while maintaining strong teamwork and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or Social Work required.
• RN license preferred; LVN/LPN acceptable.
• Minimum two years clinical nursing experience.
• Knowledge of Medicare/Medi-Cal/Medicaid programs and benefits.
• CCM certification a plus; continuing education/licensing kept up to date.

Responsibilities

• Communicate plans of care with residents and families, including PT/OT and treatment protocols.
• Attend morning meetings to facilitate team communication.
• Answer residents' questions about care, illness progression, and treatment plans.
• Monitor and adjust resident statuses based on changing needs.
• Prioritize daily work by assessing resident needs and discharges.
• Complete documentation and perform utilization reviews to ensure cost-effective care.
• Coordinate referrals with residents, care providers, finance, and third-party payers.
• Oversee admissions and discharge activities; ensure smooth transitions.
• Promote collaboration among residents, families, physicians, nurses, and staff.
• Maintain organized charting and timely paperwork.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or Social Work

Registered Nurse (RN) license preferred

Licensed LVN or LPN acceptable

Two years clinical nursing experience

Knowledge of Medicare, Medi-Cal and Medicaid

CCM certification a plus

Job description

## Resident Care ManagerApplylocations: Forest Grove Post Acutetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR174668**FOREST GROVE POST ACUTE** Our purpose is to care for people in their moments of need. Our philosophy of caring is based on our core values and is at the center of all we do. FGPA is proud of our commitment to excellence and emphasis on quality care guided by a compassionate heart.**Benefits:** ⦁ Discounted employee meals ⦁ Health Insurance ⦁ Dental insurance ⦁ Vision insurance ⦁ 401(k) ⦁ Health savings account ⦁ Flexible spending account ⦁ Life & Disability benefits ⦁ PTO & Holiday pay ⦁ Parental leave ⦁ Employee Assistance Program**General Purpose*** Utilize clinical expertise and critical thinking skills to work collaboratively with residents, resident family/significant other, healthcare providers, insurers, community resources and other involved parties to develop and implement a plan of care that provides extraordinary care for the patient while being sensitive to costs and resources.**Essential Responsibilities*** Communicate regularly with residents and their family about Plans of Care, PT, OT and other treatment protocols.* Attends and participates in morning meetings/stand up to facilitate communications with the team.* Answer residents’ questions about their care, treatment plans, illness progression and all other issues so they feel safe and secure in our care.* Monitor and adjust residents’ statuses based on changing needs and conditions.* Organize and prioritize daily work by assessing new, current and discharging residents' needs in the area(s) of responsibility.* Complete documentation as required.* Performs utilization review activities to provide resident appropriate, timely and cost-effective care.* Coordinate care with resident, care providers, facilities financial services, and third-party payers.* Oversee all admissions and discharge activities.* Coordinate referrals both to and from our facility.* Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents, families, staff and professionals* colleagues.* Accurate charting and ability to complete necessary paperwork in a timely manner.* Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgement in interactions with physicians, providers, payers and residents and their families.* Must be able to effectively communicate with, and promote cooperation and collaboration between individuals including residents/families/caretakers, physicians, nurses and other ancillary partners.* Must have excellent time management skills to develop organized work processes in a high-volume environment with rapidly changing priorities.* Intermediate computer skills.* Competence in maintaining professional, respectful, honest interactions with residents/families and staff and partners.* Perform clinical assessments, care planning, and direct coordination of medical services when required by the role**Supervisory Requirements**This position has no supervisory responsibilities.**Qualification*****Education and/or Experience**** Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or Social Work. Registered Nurse (RN) license preferred. Licensed (LVN or LPN) nurse acceptable.* Two (2) years of clinical nursing experience preferred.* Knowledge of Medicare, Medi-cal and Medicaid programs and benefits.* PCC Knowledge preferred.* Certificate as a certified Case Manager (CCM) a plus.* Must maintain all required continuing education/licensing.* Must remain in good standing with the Department of Public Health, License and Certification Division at all times.**Physical Demands*** Primarily sedentary with frequent sitting, computer use, and documentation.* Regular walking throughout the facility to meet with residents, families, and staff.* Occasional standing during meetings and care conferences.* Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds (files, binders, supplies).* Clear verbal communication and vision required for chart review and resident interaction.**Work Environment**The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.### Elevated Care Starts With YouPACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making.