Registered Nurse - Habilitation Nurse

Contract Nurse Position

We are seeking contract nurses to support the increasing nursing caseloads across the state. The location of duty will be defined after selection, covering the District West Area. Candidates should be located in this area.

We aim to add five contract nurses to our existing team of approximately 35 nurses, who currently support around 1,800 members with skilled nursing needs. These contract nurses will be utilized differently than our current nurses, serving as floaters to cover for nurses on leave.

Key Functions

• Location varies needed for multiple districts.
• Work hours: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm.
• Travel reimbursement and overtime may be required.

Description of Duties

• Conduct nursing assessments and collaborate with external agencies to ensure appropriate services are delivered.
• Conduct in-person visits statewide, monitoring health needs, assisting with referrals, and advocating for members' rights.
• Complete reports documenting the medical necessity for skilled services.
• Perform in-person assessments every 90 days and as needed.
• Complete nursing referrals and vendor calls.
• Participate in special projects as needed.
• Ensure timely documentation as per established guidelines.
• Engage in interprofessional collaboration and participate in multidisciplinary planning meetings.
• Collaborate with members and their support systems.
• Attend mandatory meetings and complete required annual training.

Experience and Expertise

• Registered Nurse licensed to practice in the state, active and in good standing without restrictions.
• Additional training or certification in behavioral health, complex medical conditions, or nursing case management is preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of recent experience working as a Registered Nurse in home health, hospice, long-term care, or case management.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information to members and their support systems.
• Proficient with Google Office, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Acrobat, and willing to learn new documentation software.