Home Health RN Field Case Manager PRN

Job Description - Home Health RN Field Case Manager PRN (980110) Job Description Home Health RN Field Case Manager PRN - ( 980110 ) Description Home Health RN - Field Case Manager PRN

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY

The Case Manager for Home Health provides nursing care in accordance with the client’s plan of care, and includes comprehensive health and psycho-social evaluation, monitoring of client’s condition, health promotion and prevention, coordination of services, teaching and training activities and provision of direct nursing care and other duties as deemed necessary.

BENEFITS

PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Education Graduate of accredited nursing program. Experience 2 years RN experience with one (1) year experience with adult IV expertise required. Licenses and Certifications (RN) REGISTERED NURSE by Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas (or BNE Compact State). Upon Hire (DRIVERS) DRIVERS LICENSE Valid Texas driver’s license, proof of driver’s insurance. Upon Hire (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT accredited course by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) Upon Hire Preferred Education Bachelor's Degree BSN Experience Other RN experience including high tech and home health expertise preferred.

JOB DUTIES

Provides direct nursing care, including patient observation and delivery of prescribed treatments. Conducts initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments of home health patient needs, including OASIS assessments at appropriate time points. Evaluates outcomes of patient care and identifies discharge planning needs. Consults with other disciplines as required. Adjusts nursing care processes as necessary. Maintains patient records and charts to ensure accurate record of treatment, including med profile, care plan, communication notes, etc. Provides instructions to patients/families for use of products and services utilizing nursing process to address learning needs. Prepares, administers, monitors, and discontinues IV fluids. Accesses IV delivery system (ie. peripheral IV start, implant cath, broviac, etc.). Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician. Performs phlebotomy, laboratory specimen collection and point of care testing. Responsible for overall delivery of quality patient care that meets or exceeds established standards and provides assistance in activities to meet state and/or federal regulatory guidelines. Maintains safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with established standards. Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Program. Provides supervisory visits for Home Health Aides and LVNs as required by state and federal regulations. Responsible for participating in on-call rotation and emergency call according to agency policy. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Responsible for overall delivery of quality patient care that meets or exceeds established standards and provides assistance in activities to meet state and/or federal regulatory guidelines. Maintains safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with established standards. Basic computer skills and knowledge; prefer knowledge of InterQual and TMF care criteria. Exposure to dust/dirt/fumes, exposure to disease, move and position patients, bending or reaching, driving a vehicle, more than average exposure to variable weather and road conditions, walking, annual physical examination, lifting over 50 pounds, available to work all shifts. Physical Requirements Lifting Pulling Pushing Standing Stooping Walking Working Conditions Atmospheric Conditions In a Vehicle May be exposed to body fluids and infectious diseases Salary Information Salary is commensurate with education, skills, and relevant experience.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. EEO UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of: race; color; religion; national origin; gender, including sexual harassment; age; disability; citizenship; and veteran status. In addition, it is UT Southwestern policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Copyright 2017.The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center5323 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas, Texas 75390Phone View phone number on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center