RN - Clinical Care Manager MAT Program

Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center, Inc; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center, a key community health provider in Massachusetts, is hiring a RN Clinical Care Manager to coordinate vital care for patients. This role involves working closely with medical teams to manage care plans, ensure education on preventive care, and directly assist patients in their health journeys. The center offers a wonderful work environment with various benefits, solidifying its commitment to improving community health.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Medical insurance from first day

Generous time off

Dental and Vision insurance

403b Retirement Plan with employer match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of clinical experience required.
• Must maintain current CPR certification.
• COVID-19 booster and yearly flu vaccine required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Primary Care Providers in coordinating patient care.
• Manage care plans and patient transitions between facilities.
• Provide direct patient care including vaccinations and assessments.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient care coordination

Education on lifestyle changes

Communication with care teams

Education

Registered Nurse License in MA

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

CPR certification

Job description

Are you looking for a meaningful career? Are you passionate about healthcare in your community? Do you enjoy helping people?

Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center is one of the largest community health centers in Massachusetts serving Worcester, Framingham, Milford and the surrounding communities. We are a thriving and growing organization, and our team is expanding across sites to support this growth.

We are currently hiring a RN Clinical Care Manager based in Worcester MA. The Clinical Care Manager (CCM) provides, coordinates, and organizes evidence-based care management to our Medical Assistant Treatment Program (MAT) patients.

As an employer of choice, our inclusive workplace environment fosters teamwork, accountability and respect and supports the growth and development of each employee. We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace the richness of the cultures of our staff and community. You are a good fit for our team if you’re passionate about helping people live healthier lives and enjoy working in a supportive, team-based environment.

Salary Range: $32.00-37.00/Hour

Essential Functions

• Responsible for assisting Primary Care Providers (PCPs) in coordinating and managing the care of OBAT program patients, ensuring they receive optimal care, education on lifestyle changes, and preventive care across multiple settings.
• Manages care plans for patients transitioning between healthcare facilities, aiming to prevent disease exacerbation, improve outcomes, and reduce hospital and ER visits.
• Identifies and coordinates care, maintaining communication with the care team on patient status and needs.
• Provides direct patient care, including assessments, vaccinations, medication reconciliation, and lab reviews.
• Involves patients and support systems in care planning and education. Assists in creating self-management plans and documents patient care and progress in the EHR. Evening, weekend, and holiday shifts may be required.

Education and Experience

• Registered Nurse License in MA
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university
• 1-2 years of clinical experience
• Current CPR certification
• Our health center requires all employees to have the most recent COVID-19 booster and the yearly flu vaccine.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on related experience
• Medical insurance starts on the first day of employment.
  • Health center pays 80% of medical insurance premiums.
  • Includes coverage for all individuals and most family types.
• Generous time off packages
• Dental and Vision insurance
• 403b Retirement Plan with employer match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program