RN Case Manager - Home Health & Care Coordination

Optum; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is hiring a Nurse Case Manager to guide patients and families through the care continuum. You will assess needs, coordinate care, support discharge and transition planning, and manage ongoing outpatient care under supervision by an RN or MD, contributing to education and treatment-decision support.

You will collaborate with a Care Advocate and Social Worker, supervise LPNs and HHAs, complete timely documentation, and regularly communicate progress to the

Qualifications

• Active RN license in applicable state(s).
• 1+ year of clinical RN experience.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation with liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient assessments and collaborates with care team to develop and implement care plans.
• Makes referrals as indicated by patient needs and documents rationale.
• Promotes patient health through teaching and rehabilitative measures.
• Supervises LPNs and HHAs.
• Completes documentation timely and accurately.
• Communicates patient progress to clinical manager and care team.
• Plans and provides staff education.
• Participates in on-call coverage for patients and families.
• Engages in clinical development and continuing education.

Skills

RN experience

CPR certification

Education

RN license

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is hiring a Nurse Case Manager to guide patients and families through the care continuum. You will assess needs, coordinate care, support discharge and transition planning, and manage ongoing outpatient care under supervision by an RN or MD, contributing to education and treatment-decision support.

You will collaborate with a Care Advocate and Social Worker, supervise LPNs and HHAs, complete timely documentation, and regularly communicate progress to the