Psychiatric Nurse

Overview Duration: 6 months contract on W2 (Possibility to extend or convert) Shift Type: 8-5 Mon-Fri EST Note: Up to 2.5 hr one way radius from home residence for face-to-face member visits. Mileage and lodging (if needed) are reimbursed. In-person visits 3-4 days a week in field (up to 1-4 visits a day; if longer drive time, will likely be 1 visit a day). Day to Day Responsibilities Managing a case load for healthcare members with LTSS (Long Term Support/Services) needs. Monthly and quarterly member contact and will include 80% travel. Remote role. Will require a driver’s license. Member assessments and notes. Complete assessments with members, caregivers, or providers to obtain information regarding client status, support system, and need for services for care plan development. Monitor delivery of services and follow-up with members, caregivers, or providers through in-person visits and telephonic contact. Authorize and coordinate referral for services. Ensure provider services are delivered without gaps and identify functional deficiencies in plans of care. Assist in coordinating the development of informal or voluntary services to integrate into the member care plan. Collaborate with discharge planners, physicians, and other parties to ensure appropriate discharge plan, care plan, and coordination of acute care and long-term care services. Assist member with filing and resolving complaints and appeals. Requirements 2-4+ years of physical health care management experience; 4-6+ years of physical health care management experience preferred. Hospital CM, Home health, discharge planning, or long-term care experience preferred. Case management and care planning experience. Disqualifiers No psych experience such as counseling (must have bedside case management in hospital physical setting as well). No right out of nursing school. No nursing homes. No rehab. #J-18808-Ljbffr IMCS Group