Nurse Integrated Care Coordinator

Essential Job Functions Provides first point of clinic contact for all new clients. Explains services available and focuses on client engagement to access services. Completes health screenings, nursing assessments and triage healthcare needs for new and ongoing clients. Participates in team meetings to develop a plan of care to address client needs. Assists clients in navigating the healthcare environment to ensure access to appropriate care. Advocates on client’s behalf with healthcare providers and managed care organizations to ensure timely quality care. Assists with coordination/access to services that address social determinants of healthcare outcomes, including providing transportation to healthcare appointments when needed. Identifies other needs that ensure access to healthcare. Assists with access to other community resources, such as public assistance and financial benefits. Develops a knowledge base of other healthcare providers in the service area and collaborates, as needed. Provides education and support wellness activities such as healthy eating, physical activity, and healthy behaviors. Assists clients who have recently been discharged from inpatient treatment, incarceration, residential care, and/or emergency department visits to ensure a transition to outpatient care using evidence‑based transitional/navigation services to prevent readmissions. Collaborates with clients, families, and significant others to develop support networks. Education Licensed Practical Nurse with a current active license to practice in Kentucky. Experience Three years of nursing experience in a hospital, physician office, or behavioral care clinic. Experience in a community setting or integrated care environment. Physical Demands Position may require lifting of up to 20 pounds, frequent lifting or carrying of items weighing up to 10 pounds, or significant periods of walking or standing. Possible exposure to threat of bodily harm from clients or families, exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissue. Reliable transportation for frequent travel. Employment Type Full‑time. #J-18808-Ljbffr Seven Counties Services