Care Manager Registered Nurse Part time NEX

Advocate Health • Monroe, NC

12d • $38 - $57

About The Position

The Care Manager Registered Nurse uses the RN process to focus the healthcare team on achieving optimal patient outcomes, using resources effectively, applying clinical expertise, and improving care. The role coordinates services and supports continuity of care across settings by working with patients, professionals, and the community. It includes assessing patient needs, matching those needs with appropriate services and disease-management support, and maintaining accurate case records and documentation. The Care Manager also applies knowledge of reimbursement criteria and demonstrates leadership consistent with nursing practice standards, laws, rules, and regulations.

This is a part-time position with a minimum requirement of 32 hours per six-week period. Shifts are Monday through Friday, 0800–1630, and Saturday through Sunday, 0700–1900. The role requires travel or driving between locations and the ability to perform physical tasks including walking, standing, lifting, reaching, bending, and stooping.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Current RN license or temporary license as a Registered Nurse Petitioner in the applicable work and residency state; state-specific licensure requirements apply for National License Compact and non-compact states.
• Two years of healthcare experience, including case management or discharge planning in acute care, home care, long-term care, a physician office, or a managed care company.
• Appropriate professional certification within three years of hire, as required by departmental protocol.
• Clinical competence in disease management and case management principles.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skills.
• Problem-solving skills, strong organizational and time-management skills, and ability to work independently and as part of a care team.
• Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency with appropriate tools.
• BLS certification as required by policy guidelines.
• Ability to lift at least 35 pounds to shoulder height and travel or drive between locations.
• Ability to communicate frequently in English verbally and in writing; intact sight and hearing, finger dexterity, critical thinking, concentration, and ability to respond quickly to assignment changes.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Use the RN process to guide the healthcare team toward optimal outcomes, effective resource utilization, clinical expertise, and improvement strategies.
• Coordinate care and services with patients, professionals, and the community to support continuity across care settings, and document plans of care.
• Conduct or participate in comprehensive, all-system needs assessments for identified patients.
• Identify appropriate care-related services, disease-management support, health-maintenance needs, and clinical goals and outcomes for the patient population.
• Develop and maintain accurate case records for each referred customer or patient.
• Complete accurate documentation using appropriate computer databases and documentation systems.
• Apply knowledge of reimbursement criteria and required documentation for Medicaid, Medicare, and managed care.
• Demonstrate nursing leadership and evaluate personal nursing practice against professional standards, guidelines, statutes, rules, and regulations.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible healthcare and dependent-care expenses.
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Competitive compensation, premium pay for eligible shifts or on-call work, incentive pay for select positions, and potential annual performance-based increases.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level