Registered Nurse Case Manager

Registered Nurse Case Manager

TruHeart Home Health - Tulsa

Join our team of compassionate and dedicated healthcare professionals in Tulsa, Oklahoma

As a Registered Nurse Case Manager with TruHeart Home Health - Tulsa, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals in their homes. Our team is committed to delivering unparalleled care that reflects our values of compassion, expertise, and dedication.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Registered Nurse Case Manager to provide prescribed nursing care services to patients in the home care setting. As a Registered Nurse Case Manager, you will be responsible for conducting physical examinations, evaluating patient conditions, and developing and implementing individualized Plans of Care. You will also communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams to ensure seamless care coordination.

Essential Functions:

• Conduct physical examinations, including vital signs, physical assessment, mental status, appetite, and dietary needs
• Evaluate patient conditions, develop, and implement individualized Plans of Care
• Perform accurate assessments, develop, and implement written Plans of Care, and adapt nursing interventions as patient needs change
• Document patient status, patient needs, nursing interventions, and patient response in an accurate and concise manner
• Assist in the coordination of services with the Hospice team, including Hospice Aides, Physical Therapists, Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Medical Social Workers

Responsibilities:

• Conduct home visits for patients, including skilled nurse visits, wound care, lab draws, IVs, and medication administration
• Collaborate with patients, families, and healthcare teams to identify patient needs and develop individualized care plans
• Manage patient care activities, including scheduling, coordination, and documentation
• Participate in case conferences and team meetings to ensure effective communication and collaboration
• Demonstrate organizational and time management skills to prioritize patient care and meet deadlines

Additional Responsibilities:

• Conform to all applicable Agency policies and procedures
• Perform related duties as assigned or requested
• Continually strive to improve nursing care through education, workshops, conferences, goal setting, and individual research

Necessities:

• Must pass a criminal background check
• Must pass a drug test
• Must have the ability to fill out and turn in a time sheet in a timely manner
• Must have respect and take care of company technology

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Organizational and time management skills
• Ability to supervise in accordance with agency policies and applicable laws
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community
• Friendly and cooperative attitude with patients, families, and staff

Technology/Equipment Operation:

• Must be able to interact with a computer to check email, access training, and review schedules
• Must be able to interact with an iPad for onsite charting and documentation
• Instruments and equipment used on a regular basis include thermometer, blood pressure cuff, glucometer, PT/INR machine, PICC line, wound vac, IV skills competency will be evaluated upon hire

Job Conditions:

• Must have a driver's license and be willing to drive to patient's residence within 50-mile radius of the current TruHeart Office
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing is required
• Ability to access patient's home, which may not be routinely wheelchair accessible, is required
• Hearing, eyesight, and physical dexterity must be sufficient to perform physical assessment of patient's condition and top perform patient care

Information Management:

• Has access to all patient medical records which may be discussed with the supervising nurse
• Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security regarding patients and business trade practices
• Maintains patient rights and dignity through HIPPA compliance

Age Related Competencies:

• Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age-specific patient needs and appropriate for this position

Risk Management:

• Cooperates fully in all risk management activities and investigations
• Keep abreast of changes in health care law
• Maintains agency/program compliance with local, state, and federal laws as well as state accreditation standards

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing for RN
• Experience: One or more years in home health agency or in hospital setting
• Training: Competency assessments must be completed

License/Certification:

• Current Oklahoma RN license
• CPR
• Driver's license and auto insurance

Work Attire:

• Scrubs

Environmental Conditions:

• Moderate noise level
• Inherent potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens
• Moderate stress and emotional demands

Physical Requirements:

• A. Sitting (3-6 hours daily)
• B. Standing (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily)
• C. Walking (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily)
• D. Twisting (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily)
• E. Bending (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily)
• F. Squatting/Kneeling/Crawling/Climbing (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily)

If you are a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.