Work remotely; must be local to Detroit, MI.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the coordination of a regionally aligned, multidisciplinary team to provide holistic care to meet member needs via telephonic and/or digital means. The team includes Medical and Behavioral Health Social Workers, Registered Dietitians, Pharmacists, Clinical Support Staff, and Medical Directors.
- Use the case management process to assess, develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate care plans aimed at optimizing members’ health across the care continuum.
- Assess members' health, psychosocial needs, cultural preferences, and support systems.
- Engage members and/or caregivers to develop individualized care plans, address barriers, identify gaps in care, and promote improved health outcomes.
- Arrange necessary resources such as community services, mental health and substance abuse services, financial support, and disease-specific services.
- Coordinate care delivery among member support systems, including providers, community agencies, and families.
- Advocate for members and promote self-advocacy.
- Deliver education on health literacy, self-management, medication plans, and nutrition.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of care management plans, assess adherence, and adjust plans as needed.
- Document interactions accurately to support member management.
- Prepare members and/or caregivers for discharge or transfer, ensuring continuity of care.
- Educate about post-transition care and follow-up, summarizing care episodes.
- Secure and communicate arrangements for durable medical equipment and transportation services.
- Adhere to professional standards, protocols, rules, and guidelines to meet quality and productivity goals.
- Engage in ongoing professional development, including completing relevant continuing education and maintaining CCM certification.
Minimum Requirements:
- Telephonic experience in health plan settings.
- At least 3 years of RN experience in a clinical setting.
- Experience in health plan case management.
- Experience in hospital, skilled nursing, emergency department, and ICU settings.
- Current, active, and unrestricted Michigan Registered Nurse license.
- Case Management Certification (CCM) preferred or to be obtained within 18 months of hire.