RN Case Manager - Home Health Agency (PT or FT: Weekdays, Daytime)

Job Description

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Home Health RN Case Manager & Recertification Nurse (RNCM)

• This is a regional leadership position within our agency, requiring travel as needed to all counties throughout Southwest & Mid-Central Ohio where clients and caregivers reside.
  • This role works closely with and reports directly to our SW OH Regional Program Administrator (local) and/or Director of Clinical Administration & Operations (corporate).
  • For those pursuing career growth: a defined path for advancement to Assistant Program Administrator, Program Administrator, Clinical Administrator, Director of Nursing (DON or Asst. DON), Business Administrator, QA / Compliance leadership, and other positions will be supported.
• Work consists of: case management, starts of care (SOC), admissions, recertifications, transitional care and resumptions of care (ROC), clinical reviews, and other assessments and services, as well as new hire orientations, in-service and supervisory reviews, and input to influence our training and education, care practices and outcomes, and the success of our clients, employees and business overall.
  • Requires back-up and occasional Skilled Nursing visits and services including med sets, dressing changes, etc.
• At least 1 year of experience is required in: Case Management, Case Admissions and Discharges, wound care, PICC/PORT/IV Care, Transitional Care, lab draws, OASIS and Non-OASIS assessments, and excellent documentation and field staff leadership.
• At least 1 year of paid experience is required at/with a home health agency or in-home care provider (or equivalent); 2-5 years' experience is preferred.
• Desirable but not required:
  • Nurse Supervision experience
  • People management
  • Peer/staff education and development
  • Success or willingness to build relationships with client payors, case mgr / entity relationships (i.e., AAA, DoDD County Board, VA, etc.) in SW Ohio and our current + prospective employees in these communities.

SERVICE AREA: Southwest + Mid-Central Ohio

• Primary / Centralized service areas & required travel:
• Dayton-Middletown-Springfield Metro
• Washington Court House-Wilmington Metro
• Secondary service areas & required travel (aka: less frequent but occasional) span all Southwest Ohio and South-Central Ohio communities, including those in and near:
• Dayton, Middletown, Springfield, Piqua, Urbana
• Cincinnati & Cincy Metro areas
• Washington Court House, Salem Township, Wilmington, Circleville
• Columbus & immediate Columbus Metro area
• Qualified Applicants may reside in or near any part of the service areas so long as travel requirements are fulfilled.
• NO overnight travel required.

EMPLOYMENT & SCHEDULE TYPE: Long-term employment for Part-Time and Full-Time RNCM/Recert Nurses*

• This role is available in two capacities, both requiring weekday availability (Monday - Friday) between 8am - 5pm , with occasional/rare evening availability (scheduled in advance), and both requiring commitment to set # of hours and consistent schedule availability.
• Full-time , Salary (paid 2x/month via direct deposit): Requires travel throughout entire stated region (up to approx. 2-hour daily radius).
• Part-time , Hourly (paid weekly via direct deposit): Requires travel throughout pre-determined sub-region (minimum 1-hour travel radius); Willingness to travel up to approx. 2-hour daily radius) highly desirable.
• No On-Call Shifts / No Weekends required.
• Weekend services are optional when available but are not required.

*This is a long-term employment position requiring a recurring weekly schedule. For those interested in short-term employment and/or PRN / On-Call / Back-up work only: please visit to apply for those roles specifically.

Home Care Network, Inc. (HCN) is a nurse-owned and locally led home health agency, which means our patients' care and wellbeing - not profits - come first. For our employees - it also means that our agency is an environment that nurses and caregivers thrive in, allowing us to handpick the best care team members to be your peers and delight our clients. Together, we can empower Ohioans with the independence they deserve - while you make a difference with an agency where you matter.

To support our growth and the increasing volume of client care throughout Ohio, we are seeking a highly skilled, experienced, accountable, and self-motivated home health RN Case Manager (RNCM) / Recertification Nurse to join our agency and serve existing and returning clients throughout Southwest & Mid-Central Ohio in a full-time or part-time capacity.

• At HCN, this is a field staff leadership role and the right RNCM has a passion for delivering consistently excellent care and care experiences to clients, and the ability to do so directly and through the thoughtful leadership of others.
• This position requires travel to multiple counties but offers a consistent schedule to fit your personal / family commitments (no overnight shifts or overnight travel). Please review service region in listing above and specify your interest when answering our application questions.

More About This Role + Other Perks:

• Round-trip / Door-to-Door mileage reimbursement provided.
• Flexible, customizable schedules, supported by in-house Scheduling Team & Call Center.
• Autonomy in a positive, client-centered culture, with excellent Quality and Compliance support + training for all caregivers and clinicians.
• All RNCMs are eligible for generous New Employee & Client referral bonuses, quarterly awards and bonuses, career advancement, and other perks.
• Full-Time RNCMs may choose between hourly or salaried pay, and are eligible for quarterly bonus opportunities, PTO, qualifying health, dental and vision coverage plans (individual and/or family), and more.

Compensation:

• Full-time Annual Salary (+ PTO + Mileage) starts between $78,000 - $83,200 per year , based on minimum 2-hour travel radius and pre-determined minimum average of visits/services/recertifications per week required, plus quarterly bonus opportunities available.
• Part-time Hourly Wage (+ Mileage) starts between $35 - $40 per hour, based on minimum 1-hour travel radius (required) and up to 2-hour / total area travel coverage (highly desired).

Job Summary As an RN Recertification Nurse, you will be instrumental in coordinating, re-evaluating and confirming the medical necessity of continued home health care services for our patients, and providing patient care and ensuring optimal outcomes.

• With core skills in managed care, patient assessments and compliance, client care and treatment plan documentation, and discharge planning, you will oversee patient services and provide expert nursing care.
• You will submit updated documentation of the patient's condition and ongoing care needs timely and within compliance of all state, federal, and agency guidelines.
• You will ensure the successful communication with and between our physicians, our agency staff, service administrators, other caregivers and clinicians, and the client + his/her family.

Responsibilities/Requirements of an RN Case Manager / Clinical Supervisor include:

• RN performs client assessments while directing, planning, and initiating appropriate actions in home care situations.
• RN manages/supervises a team of RN, LPN, Home Health Aide (HHA), and Personal Care Aides.
• RN to Document/Communicate/Coordinate patient status/change in condition to care team.
• RN to perform job duties while promoting personal safety and a safe environment for clients and coworkers.
• Willing to travel surrounding counties.
• Minimum of one (1) years of nursing supervisory experience. Home care experience preferred.

Reports to: Regional Program Administrator, or Clinical Administrator/Director of Nursing

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Minimum of 1 year experience as a Registered Nurse, with an active RN License / ability to practice in the State of Ohio.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in home health agency or equivalent setting.
• CPR and First Aide Certifications required (or can be obtained prior to hire date through our agency or accredited third parties).
• Experience with OASIS and NON-OASIS assessments is also required.
• Strong background in nursing, patient care, and confidentiality.
• Exceptional on-time and attendance record, and consistent availability aligned to your chosen schedule type (PT/FT/Hybrid)
• Desirable character traits: reliable, honest beyond reproach, professional, compassionate, detail-oriented (in care + documentation), accountable, friendly and accommodating, respectful, and positive.
• Familiarity with HIPAA regulations and medical terminology.
• Willingness and ability to perform required physical demands (see below)
• Consent + Ability to pass a State & Federal background check (including fingerprints)
• 18yo + active Driver's License / State ID + US Work Authorization
• Reliable transportation to all scheduled visits, within full reach of stated travel radius and assigned clients (up to at least 2 hours is required).

Why HCN? Home Care Network, Inc. is a leading home health care agency with an excellent reputation as an employer and provider of care throughout Ohio and Indiana since 1993, with headquarters in Dayton, OH, and regional offices across both states.

• Being "nurse-owned" means that the decisions on how the agency operates are made by leaders who have been in your role and in this industry for decades.
• All of our Regional Administrators are experienced RNs, which we think helped us earn a top spot as a "2024 Best Health Care Companies based in Dayton, OH" from Zippia Career Experts.

Join our team of dedicated clinicians and care professionals! Make a difference in our patients' lives and take your career in a positive direction.

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