RN - Case Manager

Healogics, LLC.; Pinehurst (NC); On-site; USD 49,152 - 61,950; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare company located in Pinehurst, North Carolina is seeking dedicated Registered Nurses to provide patient care at their Wound Care Center. Responsibilities include managing patient intake, performing nursing assessments, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Candidates should possess an ADN, current RN license, and preferably a BSN or wound care certification. The role demands excellent communication and organizational skills, and offers a salary between $35.68 and $44.97 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must have a degree in Nursing (ADN) and a current RN license.
• BSN and Wound Care Certification preferred along with relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care to Wound Care Center patients.
• Assist in vein clinic and perform duties post-training.
• Serve as Case Manager for assigned patients.
• Perform hyperbaric oxygen therapy duties.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers on patient needs.

Skills

BLS (Basic Life Support)

Organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Analytical skills

Customer service skills

Teaching skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Current RN license

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Wound Care Certification

Job description

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Provides patient care to Wound Care Center patients and handles patient intake and discharge processes as assigned and according to the hospital and nursing standards
• Assists in vein clinic as assigned after Healogics Vein Clinic training completed
• May also serve as Case Manager to a group of patients as assigned. This entails:
  • Performing the initial nursing assessment, communicating findings with the assigned physician, assessing the wound stage and measurements, documenting care plans, evaluating the patient’s status in regards to desired outcomes, and identifying patient care situations that require intervention
  • Participating in quality improvement initiatives, providing education to the patient or caregiver, and serving as a patient advocate in the delivery and coordination of the patient care
• Performs hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBO) related duties as assigned, upon completion of the Healogics hyperbaric training
• May perform hyperbaric safety director duties after completing the required Healogics hyperbaric safety director training
• Collaborates as needed with other healthcare providers, Wound Care Center Providers, the Program Director and the Medical Director regarding clinic and patient needs
• May function as a Documentation Assistant (scribe) in accordance with Healogics policy
• Performs other duties as required

Required Education, Experience And Credentials

• Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Current RN license in the state of practice – to be maintained throughout the duration of employment in the position
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
• Medical Surgical, Home Health or Wound Care Certification preferred
• Wound care experience preferred

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated competency in BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Demonstrated organization, prioritization and time-management skills
• Basic knowledge of regulatory/accrediting requirements for healthcare organizations
• Strong interpersonal, listening, as well as oral and written communication skills, to include presentation skills and ability to translate complex technical terms into laymen’s terms
• Customer service skills and follow-up skills
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills
• Teaching skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to work on multiple tasks at the same time
• Ability to work with others and in a team environment
• Ability to stay calm in all situations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
• Working knowledge of computerized nursing systems

Physical Demands

• Being in a stationary position for extended periods of time (4 hours or more)
• Repetitive motions
• Moving about
• Pushing/pulling
• Reading
• Bending/stooping
• Communicating
• Reaching/grasping/touching with hands
• Detecting sounds by ear
• Writing
• Close, distance and peripheral vision
• Traveling distances (car, airplane, etc.)
• Color perception
• Lifting/moving items up to 20 pounds
• Viewing computer screen for extended periods of time (4 hours or more)
• Lifting/moving items up to 75 pounds with equipment assistance
• Keying frequently on a computer for 4 hours or more

Work Environment

• Normal office environment
• Exposure to mechanical equipment
• Patient care environment
• Electrical current
• Proximity to moving objects
• Exposure to Hazards (blood borne pathogens, body fluids, toxic chemicals, flammable explosive gases, etc.)

The hourly rate for this position generally ranges between $35.68–$44.97 per hour.