RN - Case Manager

Registered Nurse Case Manager - Well Child/Immunization

Position Summary:

The Registered Nurse (RN) Public Health Case Manager is responsible for overseeing comprehensive case management for individuals requiring public health care, including well-child checkups, immunizations, tuberculosis screenings, and management of chronic health conditions. This role also involves conducting infectious disease case investigations and training Community Health Aides and Practitioners (CHA/Ps) to effectively administer public health procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, execute, monitor, and assess the Well Child/Immunization and other public health programs.
• Identify areas for improvement and propose effective strategies to enhance program performance.
• Travel to various villages to provide services and on-site instruction, while supporting CHA/Ps in conducting examinations and administering immunizations.
• Educate the community on immunizations, chronic care, preventive health examinations, and diagnostic testing.
• Communicate effectively with diverse audiences, ensuring clear understanding and practical application of health information.
• Assist in the training of Health Aides during training events and Continuing Medical Education (CME) sessions.
• Coordinate with other healthcare providers while maintaining accurate records of patient interactions and monitoring patient progress.
• Stay updated with the latest public health knowledge to improve patient outcomes and program effectiveness.

Position Qualifications:

• Education: Diploma, Associate of Applied Science, or Associate's Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Master of Science in Nursing preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of positive work history as an RN or in a related public health field. A higher-level degree in a related field may be considered in lieu of equivalent professional experience.
• Licensure/Certification: Current RN licensure in the State of Alaska; current BLS certification is required, with ACLS and PALS recommended.
• Skills/Knowledge: Proficiency in MS Office software including WORD, EXCEL, and ACCESS preferred. Must be adept with Cerner and its modules within 3 months of hire.
• Knowledge and experience in pediatrics is required; experience in teaching and working within cross-cultural settings is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; fluency in English is required, and fluency in Yugtun is preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

The Case Manager must demonstrate the ability to guide and mentor student Health Aides and Health Aides, ensuring they acquire the skills necessary to effectively deliver well-child exams and immunizations.

Additional Requirements:

• Day shift with travel to various villages.
• Holiday coverage may be required.