Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager - Home Health-North City

REGISTERED NURSE - HOME HEALTH CASE MANAGER

LOCATION: NORTH CITY

HOURS: DAYS

Sign-on bonus: Eligible for up to a $10,000.00 sign on bonus! Must be working in this position at time of payout. Current internal team members are not eligible at this time. Must be able to work one summer and one winter holiday. Must be able to rotate on an on call schedule.

FULL TIME

JOB AND UNIT SUMMARY

The Home Health division of Advocate Health Care is the largest home health and hospice services in Illinois. The RN will provide home care services to the homebound population and establish strong relationships with patients and caregivers to assist the patient in reaching their maximum potential. Advocate Home Health Services helps patients return home to continue the care that began in the hospital. Our team helps patients and caregivers become independent when managing their condition. The delivery of high level nursing care is critical to allowing the patient to remain at home and to prevent rehospitalization. All medical needs will be coordinated by the RN who is case‑managing the patient and utilizing the resources of the team (i.e., social worker, CNA, MD, etc.). Document and connect with the care team through point‑of‑care documentation. Required to make visits to private residences which may not be accessible to people with disabilities.

HOME HEALTH NURSE

Assumes primary responsibility for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care for assigned patients in the comfort of their own homes. Sets goals that demonstrate a holistic approach to patients and families. Assumes leadership responsibilities at the unit level. Demonstrates mastery of clinical skills.

NURSE/PATIENT RELATIONSHIP

Develops and maintains a therapeutic relationship throughout the healthcare continuum.

ASSURING/IMPROVING QUALITY CARE

Facilitates the patient and family’s right to receive quality, cost‑effective care.

PATIENT/STAFF EDUCATION

Demonstrates a commitment to meeting the learning needs of patients and families. Utilizes appropriate resources to meet those needs and achieve positive patient outcomes. Assists in creating an environment that promotes educational growth opportunities for nursing peers and colleagues.

NURSING PROCESS

Demonstrates the use of the nursing process as a problem‑solving model.

LEADERSHIP/COLLABORATION/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Demonstrates respect and understanding for peers and other clinical disciplines and participates as an effective member of the patient care team to formulate an integrated approach to care. Demonstrates leadership behaviors and is committed to the development of self and others.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. One year of medical‑surgical experience in an acute or sub‑acute care facility. Current Illinois RN license. Current CPR certification. Earn 10.0 continuing education credits annually. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance (for patient lifts over 35 pounds, patient handling equipment and a second associate are required when available). Ability to assist with ambulation, including turning and transferring patients up to 200 pounds.

LICENSURE

Registered Nurse (RN)

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Earn 10 continuing education credits annually. One year of medical‑surgical experience. Has demonstrated proficiency for the requirements for NC I.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED

Good communication and interpersonal skills. Good documentation skills. Computer skills. Good time‑management and organizational skills. Familiarity with patient care equipment. Current Illinois RN license. Current CPR certification.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Ability to work weekends, holidays, and different shifts to accommodate staffing. Ability to take on call assignments. Ability to handle multiple tasks and complete work within short timeframes. Ability to transport objects, patients, and equipment. Ability to respond quickly to patient needs and work at a fast pace. Work environment includes probability of exposure to adverse, hazardous, or unpleasant conditions while caring for the sick. Routinely works with potentially infectious specimens and patients. Ability to respond to patients in a timely manner and access all areas of the unit. Ability to lift up to 100 pounds occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds frequently and/or in excess of 20 pounds constantly. Must be able to travel to all areas within the Advocate service area in all extremes of weather on all types of roads. Exposed to widely varying social and environmental conditions in patients’ neighborhoods and homes. Must be willing to work occasional overtime if needed. Required to make visits to private residences which may not be accessible to people with disabilities. Must be able to assist with ambulation including turning and transferring patients up to 200 pounds. If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact, the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015: Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts over 35 pounds, patient handling equipment and a second associate are required when available.

COMPENSATION

$74,672.00–$112,112.00 annual base salary. This position is incentive eligible. Compensation is based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and internal equity.

BENEFITS

Sign on Bonus eligible (external candidates) Competitive Pay Incentive Pay Eligible Referral Bonus Programs Student Loan Support Tuition Assistance Available Mileage reimbursement #J-18808-Ljbffr Advocate Health Care