LVN Case Manager - Inpatient

Inpatient Case Manager

Founded in 1984, Heritage Sierra Medical Group offers technology-driven patient care with the highest level of service. Our team of skilled healthcare professionals promote teamwork, nurture learning, and encourage advancement for all of our employees. Working as part of the in-patient care team in the facility setting. The Inpatient Case Manager is responsible for the assessment, treatment planning, intervention, monitoring, evaluation and documentation on identified patients during an acute care episode. We are looking for an individual who can get the job done working within a team, setting goals and delivering positive outcomes. Individuals who can meet these expectations below, are encouraged to apply.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Know and follow Employee Handbook and company policies and procedures.
• Know and adhere to contents of Policy and Procedures Manual, Communication Book, Safety Manual, MSDS.
• Follow procedures for completing medical documentation and forms.
• Adhere to the Nursing Standards of Excellence.
• Communicate verbally and in writing through proper channels.
• Maintain patient/employee confidentiality.
• Adhere to all HIPAA, company privacy and confidentiality policies.
• Use time keeping system appropriately.
• Participate in required meetings.
• Follow dress code.
• Notify supervisor through time keeping system when requesting paid time off.
• Be courteous.
• Be flexible and adaptable.
• Promote departmental and organizational goals.
• Know and follow applicable safety standards.
• Work amicably with hospital staff to coordinate the care of HSMG patients.
• Conduct rounds at the facilities as required.
• Utilize computers to access patient records.
• Meet with patients and family to coordinate care during and after discharge.
• Acquire approval from HSMG Medical Director for any and all transfers including higher level of care, and facilitating those transfers.
• Charting and utilization review of those patients currently admitted.
• Perform other duties as assigned consistent with education and experience.

Physical Demands:

• Sitting - approximately 75%.
• Standing - approximately 10%.
• Walking - approximately 10%.
• Lifting - 0 to 10 lbs: charts, etc. - frequency - approximately 10%.
• Bending, stooping and squatting - frequency - approximately 10%.
• Reaching above head to 75 degrees - frequency - approximately 10%.
• Hand/grip dexterity - phone work, writing, data entry, etc. - frequency - approximately 65%.
• Climbing stairs - typically one flight - frequency - approximately 5%.
• Must be able to drive a car.

Benefits:

• 401(k) plus 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $33.00 and $36.00/hour; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

• Licensed LVN in State of California.
• Bi-lingual - English/Spanish preferred.
• Must have valid California Driver's License and Current Automobile Insurance policy.
• Working knowledge of theory and practice within a specialized field.
• 1+ year Case Management experience preferred.
• Microsoft Office Suite; Knowledge of insurance and government regulations; excellent problem-solving ability.
• Demonstrates the ability to follow verbal instructions, as well as the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Available to work on-call evenings and weekends as scheduled.