RN - Case Manager

Description Joseph’s House is a residential respite care home in NW Washington, DC that serves primarily previously homeless men and women with advanced HIV disease. For most of these residents, some combination of mental illness, stigma, isolation, substance abuse, poverty, and/or domestic violence have prevented them from successfully managing their HIV disease. Once medically stabilized, many Joseph’s House residents transition to post-residential case management. These services can include medication management, housing, counseling, life skills training, advocacy, transportation and community activities. JOB SUMMARY The registered nurse case manager at Joseph’s House is a member of a multidisciplinary team including a social worker, clinical coordinator, community care aides, and staff, who provides comprehensive intake, assessment, discharge planning, medical case management, and non-medical case management services to all members of the Joseph’s House Community. The RN case manager works directly with leadership, staff, residents, community friends, and community partners. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES The selected applicant will serve as lead registered nurses managing resident care. Key responsibilities include: Triage and admission of new residents Oversight of resident care, including symptom and medication management, and the provision of daily personal care Developing and maintaining resident care protocols Case management of residents either for end-of-life care, or medical stabilization and transition back to the community Close coordination of care with outside providers (outpatient hospices, hospitals, outpatient clinics) and advocacy on behalf of residents within the healthcare system as needed Training and supervision of resident care staff and volunteers As needed, accompaniment to medical appointments and Shared weekend and overnight on-call. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS Registered nurse licensed in the District of Columbia At least five years of nursing experience Past experience working with vulnerable populations, and a desire to bring one’s whole self to the service of our community An ability to remain peaceful and productive in times of stress, and to collaborate effectively in a multicultural community Required Skills/Abilities Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to prioritize tasks. Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment. Ability to remain calm, de-escalate conflict, and manage stress PHYSICAL DEMANDS Ability to stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, stoop, kneel, and crouch Ability to lift up to 50 pounds Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. COGNITIVE DEMANDS Attention to detail and focus on quality Highest levels of integrity Ability to manage and resolve conflict in a productive way Calm, tactful, and respectful character Ability to work under stressful situations and with limited resources Excellent teamwork capabilities OTHER REQUIREMENTS Ability to drive a vehicle Valid and unrestricted driver’s license Proof of vaccination against COVID-19 #J-18808-Ljbffr