Nurse Case Manager (Registered Nurse)

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: (Nursing Services) Program:Enhanced Family Foster CareNurse Case ManagerReports to:Nursing DirectorSummary Job Description:Reporting to the Nursing Director, the Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse (RN/LPN) Nurse Case Manager will be accountable for the full patient care cycle while the child is in foster care. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating children and youth’s medical and mental health care and providing children and youth with resources to foster continued good lifetime practices needed for independent living. The NCM encourages good health practices and preventative healthcare with foster parents and children/youth.This includes developing, implementing, and evaluating individualized patient care plans for children on their caseload. The nurse serves as an advocate and liaison for the children (age range from birth to 21 years old) and ensures the wellbeing of the individual child/youth.This position isa full-time hybrid positionand requires 3 days in-office onsite at the Flagship location in Brooklyn, NY. In office hours for this position are 10:00 AM-6:00 PM.PrincipleResponsibilities: Assesses, plans, implements and monitors the overall healthcare of the foster child andcoordinates and provides care promptly by child developmental milestones and as neededAbility to establish effective working relationships with birth parents, foster parents, casework staff, schools,community providers and all members of the child's care team to ensure the safety and overall optimal healthcare of children in foster careSchedules required medical appointments and specialty appointments within requested and mandated timeframes, conducts assessments, including but not limited to developmental, HIV risk assessments, intake assessments, general first aid and triage activitiesConducts routine screening for substance abuse, developmental health, mental health and physical body checks for abuseAbility to identify physical signs and indicators of physical abuse. Ability to identify possible indicators of sexual abuseParticipates in allon-sitewell-child clinics on scheduled days including documentation of vital signs, foster parent and child/youth education and assisting agency pediatricianProvides routine management, training, teaching and health education including reproductive health education for children and youthProvides teaching, education, and management forchronic conditions, such as diabetes and asthmaProvides education and training for foster parents regarding chronic conditionsProvides support and management of the emotional/psychiatric needs of childrenEstablishes comprehensive treatment goals for children, utilizing historical and currently available information in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary teamTimely follow up after medical appointments including obtaining medical reports and follow up within 24 hours for urgent/emergency care or hospitalizationMaintains proper medical documentationincluding but not limited to timely and accurate medical progress notesAs needed, assists with home visits,community provider visitsTimelycommunication withchild/youth’s treatment team includingmedical, case planning, mental health, external providers and other specialties involvedEnsuring all emails and phone calls are answered by EOBFollows all requirements provided by regulatory bodies such as ACS and OCFSAssists with maintaining medical supplies and equipmentPractices proper infection controlProficient with technology including but not limited to Microsoft softwareExperience at a demonstrated competent level as well as ability to learn/use internal EHR and ConnectionsOther relevant duties as assignedSpecial Qualifications: Experience in child welfare systemBilingual capability - English/Spanish, a plus.Knowledge and expertise of the foster care healthcare requirementsExcellent problem-solving skills,ability tosuccessfullymulti-task and effective communication skillsAttentive to detail, compassionate, team-player, adaptable, proactive, and motivated personalityExperience working with MCO’sFamiliarity with Netsmart/myEvolve a plusMinimum Requirements: Valid and unrestricted nursing licenseBachelor of Science in nursing (BSN), who is also a registered nurse, registered nurse (RN), RN or licensed practical nurse (LPN)Certification by the American Red Cross (or an equivalent) in BLS with First Aid or the ability to obtain before hireTwo years of work experience, resumes will also be reviewed for related work experience if there is a shorter timeframe of work experienceDisclaimer: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position Page Break This position is a full-time hybrid position and requires 3 days in-office onsite at the Flagship location in Brooklyn, NY. In office hours for this position are 10:00 AM-6:00 PM.