HCBA OCM RN Case Manager - San Jose

Libertana•San Jose, CA

1d•Remote

About The Position

The OCM RN Case Manager is responsible for the clinical care and coordination of services provided to patients in their home or place of residence. This includes providing clinical services, such as comprehensive assessments, administration and management of medications or performing treatments ordered by the physician, identifying, organizing, coordinating, and monitoring services needed by a recipient.

Requirements

Must have a current, unsuspended, un-revoked license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California.
Knowledge of the current Nursing Practice Act.
Possesses current CPR certification.
Proficient in the use of computers.
Minimum two (2) years' experience in a home health organization, primary care clinic, or a health facility.
Current and satisfactory report on pre-employment physical examination including TB Screening Test or chest X-ray as required by Agency policies and procedures.
Must be free from signs of infection and illness.
Exercises excellent judgment and possesses knowledge of current nursing practices, with demonstrated exemplary clinical, analytical, and documentation skills.
Possesses good written and verbal communication skills.
Fluent in English.
Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured and is in good working order, in accordance with state and/or organizational requirements.
Familiarity with Title 22.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year experience in healthcare quality management preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide and maintain proper licensure and provide such to the Agency.
Provide nursing services, as part of the Case Management Team, for each assigned caseload and client.
Ensure proper tracking, charting, progress notes and case records for each enrolled client within time guidelines and assure completion according to Agency's policies and procedures.
Document patient intervention and response for accurate intervention using established guidelines.
Ensure proper timekeeping and scheduling, as discussed with supervisor.
Work collaboratively with the Social Worker on their Case Management Team (CMT).
Complete assessments and reassessments based on the timeline determined upon a participant's enrollment in the program.
Follow up with the participant after emergency and inpatient facility admission.
Report all incidents and issues that arise before, after or during an assessment to the lead RN.
Maintain all scheduled visits on the calendar.
Review all documents associated with the applicant to be prepared before completing assessment.
Complete all assessments within the outlined timeframe which is stated in the HCBA policy and procedure handbook.
Manage complaints from clients, families or friends.
Report all signs of abuse or neglect to DHCS and the Ombudsman (if abuse or neglect occurs in an RCFE) or DHCS and APS (if abuse or neglect occurs in PH).
Report fraud.
Review the Significant Incident Reports (SIRs) with client and staff, as necessary.
Participate in Education, Training and Quality Improvement Activities.
Monitor compliance and assist Agency in maintaining compliance with Federal, State, Local, and HIPAA Regulations, as well as Joint Commission Standards and Labor Laws.
Screen applications/applicants for HCBA Waiver to determine if the applicant meets the minimum HCBA Waiver LOC eligibility requirements.
Schedule and conduct comprehensive health and psychosocial assessments of participants' medical needs, diagnosis, functional and cognitive abilities, and environmental and social needs, to determine which service(s) are required to meet participants' needs and preferences in the community.
Work with MSW to perform initial evaluations and works with applicant, his or her legal representative, circle of support, physician and providers to develop a Plan of Treatment.
Develop goals associated with the participant's assessed needs, individual circumstances, and preferences.
Mitigate risk and minimize disruptions in services.
Identify when services outlined in POT are available through friends, family, and/or publicly funded programs.
Implement the POT, which includes identifying service providers and community resources to help assure the timely, effective, and efficient mobilization and allocation of services.
Identify (and train, if necessary), backup caregivers who are willing and able to provide unpaid support if waiver service providers are not available.
Provide information, education, counseling, and advocacy to, and on behalf of, participants.
Monitor the delivery of HCBA Waiver Services to ensure participants are receiving services as authorized in their POT's.
Respect the patient's and family's rights and property as defined by the federal and state laws.
Always maintain and conserve confidentiality of patient and agency information conforming to HIPAA regulations.
Regularly attend and participate in scheduled case conferences, staff meetings and Agency in-services (in person, by phone, or by web).
Participate in appropriate continuing education as may be requested and/or required by immediate supervisor.
Regularly self-assess nursing skills and educational needs to meet the nursing care requirements of patients assigned for care.
Upgrade professional skills and attends in-services and continuing education classes as needed.
Attend all State mandated in-service trainings.
Conform to all agency policies and procedures.
Provide Agency of current licensure for RN.
Maintain licensure and provides Agency proof of such.
Maintain all required credentials up to date.
Familiarity with Title 22.
Maintain comfortable work environment for all employees.
Maintain constant communication with department team.
Enhance efficiency and productivity of procedures and employees.
Maintain positive customer satisfaction/service.
Perform other duties as assigned.