RN Case Manager: Home Health Care Coordination & Impact

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

Job summary

Optum, in partnership with Amedisys, is seeking a Nurse Case Manager to guide patients and families through the care continuum. Under the supervision of an RN or MD, you will assess needs, coordinate care, support discharge and transition planning, and manage ongoing outpatient care.

The role includes supervising LPNs and HHAs, conducting timely documentation, and collaborating with the care team to ensure appropriate care levels. A valid RN license and CPR are required.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the state(s) assigned
• Current CPR certification
• 1+ years of clinical RN experience
• 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 indicated by patient needs or documents rationale for not doing so
• 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
• Performs on-call responsibilities and services
• Participates in clinical development and continuing education
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

RN license

CPR certification

clinical experience

Job description

Optum, in partnership with Amedisys, is seeking a Nurse Case Manager to guide patients and families through the care continuum. Under the supervision of an RN or MD, you will assess needs, coordinate care, support discharge and transition planning, and manage ongoing outpatient care.

The role includes supervising LPNs and HHAs, conducting timely documentation, and collaborating with the care team to ensure appropriate care levels. A valid RN license and CPR are required.