Case Manager Registered Nurse (RN)

RN Case ManagerThe RN Case Manager is responsible for coordinating continuum of care activities for assigned patients and ensuring optimum utilization of resources, service delivery, and compliance with medical regime.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Performs and coordinates the initial assessments and ongoing reassessments of the patient's statusDocuments patient case information within a database systemPerforms chart review/audits monthly or as neededParticipates in monthly case conferences by providing information pertinent to patient's needs/goalsPartners with the Program Director in development and review of the patient's individualized coordination of care planEnsures that the patients' medical needs are addressed; consults with the patients' physicians as needed, coordinating plans of treatment, and advocating for the patient when necessaryPromotes understanding of the medical factors affecting the targeted populationIdentifies and assists patient(s) in accessing entitlements, resources, information, and referrals for psychosocial needsParticipates in Quality Assurance and Utilization Review activities, as directedEmpowers patients in decision-making for care planningMaintains accurate and timely patient information, which is readily accessible for review and meets all requirements; assists in data collection for reporting/funding sourcesFosters intra-facility and inter-facility working relationships to help accomplish goals; acts as a liaison between primary care providers, specialist, and/or patientAdvocates on behalf of patient regarding accessibility of servicesFollows State/County mandated guidelines for the nurse case management programsParticipates in outreach activities to the entire target population, as directedRecommends program/service changes to meet gaps in service in the communityPerforms other duties as assigned/necessaryMinimum Requirements:Current RN licensure in state practicingAt least one year of Case Management experience preferredComplies with all relevant professional standards of practiceParticipation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicableCurrent CPR if applicableTB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicableCurrent Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)Must meet all federal, state and local requirementsSuccessful completion of new hire training as applicable to job siteUnderstand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirementsAbility to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is requiredComputer proficiency requiredMust be at least 18 years of ageBenefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:Competitive pay & weekly paychecksHealth, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) savings planAwards and recognition programs