RN Case Manager - Home Health & Discharge Planning

Optum; Gorham (ND); On-site; USD 75,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

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

You will educate, coach, and assist with treatment decisions, collaborating with a Care Advocate and Social Worker to ensure appropriate care levels.

Qualifications

• Current RN license, specific to the state 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 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 communicate patient progress to the clinical manager and care team.
• Plans and provides staff education.
• On-call responsibilities and services as assigned.
• Participates in clinical development and continuing education programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

RN license

CPR certification

Driver's license

Job description

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

You will educate, coach, and assist with treatment decisions, collaborating with a Care Advocate and Social Worker to ensure appropriate care levels.