Care Manager Assistant - LPN

Care Manager Assistant - LPNThe Care Manager Assistant - LPN assists with the coordination of the patient's care and services. Promotes quality care using a collaborative process that coordinates, monitors, and evaluates services according to the needs of and interpersonal contact with patients in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.Education, Experience, and Licensure RequirementsNursing diploma (associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing)Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active nurse (LPN) license in good standing throughout employment.One (1) year of clinical experience in post-acute care setting preferredPrior case management, utilization review, and discharge planning experience preferredSpecific Job RequirementsGenerate written communication that is clear, concise, and well-organizedExcellent organizational skills and be efficient in prioritizing and managing time and assignmentsContribute to the organization's goals and objectives and support the organizational strategic plansExpert knowledge in field of practiceMake independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actionKnowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post-acute care facilityImplement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the departmentPerform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: general manager duties, patient rights, and safety and sanitationMaintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential informationUnderstand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance proceduresDisplays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance trainingEssential FunctionsDemonstrate efficient use of relevant computer systems including but not limited to the ability to enter and retrieve dataServe as liaison to external case managers, family, physicians, and community resourcesTrain and education patients, families, associates, and other providers of careImplement the standards of practice for care management, ethical performance, and functions relevant to coordination of careExhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patientsAssist in the evacuation of patientsDemonstrate dependable, regular attendanceConcentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgmentCommunicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary teamSit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hoursRead, write, speak, and understand the English languageAn Equal Opportunity Employer