RN Case Manager - Home Health & Care Coordination

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase

401(k) contribution

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 planning, and manage outpatient care under supervision of an RN or MD.

You will educate, coach, and support decision-making while collaborating with a Care Advocate and Social Worker to ensure appropriate care levels and a smooth transition for patients.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Performs patient assessments and collaborates with the care team to develop and implement a plan of care.
• Makes referrals to other disciplines as needed and documents rationale.
• Promotes patient health and independence through teaching and rehabilitative measures.
• Supervises LPNs and HHAs.
• Completes documentation timely and accurately.
• Regularly communicates patient progress to the clinical manager and care team.
• Plans and provides staff education.
• Participates in on-call responsibilities and services for patients/families.

Skills

RN license

CPR certification

Clinical RN experience

Driver's 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 planning, and manage outpatient care under supervision of an RN or MD.

You will educate, coach, and support decision-making while collaborating with a Care Advocate and Social Worker to ensure appropriate care levels and a smooth transition for patients.