RN Case Manager: Home Health Care & Care Coordination

Optum; Walnut Cove (NC); On-site; USD 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase program

401k contribution

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Nurse Case Manager to guide patients and families through care planning, discharge, and ongoing outpatient care. This role reports to an RN or MD and collaborates with a Care Advocate and Social Worker to ensure appropriate levels of care are provided.

Responsibilities include coordinating care, educating patients, supervising staff, and contributing to clinical development. This position requires an active RN license and valid CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Current RN license, valid in the state(s) you are assigned to work.
• 1+ year of clinical experience as an RN.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver''s license with reliable transportation and liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments with the care team to develop and implement a care plan.
• Refer to other disciplines as needed and document rationale when not referred.
• Teach patients and families to promote independence and self-care.
• Supervise LPNs and HHAs.
• Complete documentation timely and accurately.
• Communicate patient progress to the clinical manager and care team.
• Plan and provide staff education.
• Participate in on-call responsibilities and services.
• Engage in clinical development and continuing education.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

RN

CPR certification

Education

RN license (state)

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Nurse Case Manager to guide patients and families through care planning, discharge, and ongoing outpatient care. This role reports to an RN or MD and collaborates with a Care Advocate and Social Worker to ensure appropriate levels of care are provided.

Responsibilities include coordinating care, educating patients, supervising staff, and contributing to clinical development. This position requires an active RN license and valid CPR certification.