Nurse Case Manager

At First Step House, "We help people build lives of meaning, purpose, and recovery," and we are dedicated to this mission. We are hiring for a full time Nurse Case Manager at Valor House in Salt Lake City, Utah!! The Valor House Nurse Case Manager provides nursing care, medication management, and health services for Veterans residing in transitional housing at Valor House - a 72-bed program located on the Salt Lake City VA Medical Center campus. Working under the administrative supervision of the Valor House Program Manager and the clinical oversight of the Medical Director, the RN is responsible for supervising the medication control system in compliance with the Utah Nurse Practice Act, conducting medical needs assessments, coordinating with outside healthcare providers, and addressing the health needs of a population with complex co-occurring mental health, substance use, and medical conditions. Tired of working 40+ hours per week? Join our team and enjoy a standardized 36-hour work week! Pay Ranges from $72,000 - $80,000 Hours: flexible Licensure requirements: RN Licensure in the State of Utah Our Full-time Benefits Include Robust paid time off program with enhanced benefits as you grow with us 15 paid holidays annually, including your birthday 401(k) employer matching Opportunity for annual merit increase and annual bonus Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Education And Experience Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the State of Utah - required CPR / BLS Certification - required Valid Driver's License and Insurability - required A bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited program is preferred. An associate's degree in nursing (ADN) with equivalent clinical experience will be considered. Minimum of one (1) year of clinical nursing experience. Experience in SUD treatment, behavioral health, transitional or supportive housing, or Veterans' services is strongly preferred. Experience with Veterans' health needs - including military trauma, TBI, and service-connected conditions - is an asset. Duties Include But Are Not Limited To Supervises and manages the medication control system at Valor House in accordance with Sections R156-31b-701 and R156-31b-701a of the Utah Nurse Practice Act Rule, including medication storage, administration, documentation, destruction, and error reporting. Conducts medical needs assessments for Veterans at intake and on an ongoing basis, identifying health concerns and developing care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. Coordinates with outside healthcare providers - including VA medical providers, primary care physicians, specialists, and emergency departments - to facilitate referrals, appointments, and continuity of care. Provides assistance with at-home medical procedures as needed, within the scope of nursing practice, for Veterans who require nursing support in their residential setting. Provides health education to Veterans on topics including medication management, side effect monitoring, chronic disease self-management, substance use and its health effects, nutrition, and preventive care. Documents all nursing contacts, health assessments, medication events, and significant clinical observations in the Electronic Medical Record in accordance with agency standards. Participates in performance improvement activities related to medication management, health outcomes, infection control, and program quality. Participates in case consultations and interdisciplinary team meetings, contributing a nursing and health perspective to Veterans' individualized service plans. Performs similar and incidental duties as assigned. For more information about our non-profit organization, you can visit our website at For more details on testimonials, simply follow the link below and scroll to the bottom. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. Salary: $72000 - $80000 per year #J-18808-Ljbffr First Step House