Home Health Case Manager Registered Nurse (RN) - Augusta
About The Position
The role of the homecare RN involves a range of responsibilities aimed at promoting health, preventing illness, and managing the care of individuals with various medical conditions. Homecare RNs play a crucial role in promoting continuity of care, allowing individuals to receive health care services in the comfort of their homes, and facilitating a more personalized and patient-centered approach to health care. This position offers flexibility and autonomy in scheduling patient visits, smaller caseloads, the support of a triage team, and an education department committed to professional growth. Work/life balance is supported by designated after-hours staff, reduced after-hours and PRN visits, outsourced after-hours clinical support, limited on-call shift assignments, and decreased after-hours admissions for on-call staff. The company values nurses' opinions and encourages idea sharing through shared governance committees. This position is 32 or 40 hours per week (candidate's choice at hire), with limited on-call, weekend, and holiday rotation. Staff must be flexible to work in/travel to areas surrounding the South Team’s territory (Greater Augusta).
Requirements
- An active Maine RN license or the ability to obtain the same in a timely fashion is required.
- At least 1 year of acute or med/surg (or equivalent) nursing experience is required.
- Valid driver’s license & acceptable driving record, required
- Strong technology/computer skills
Nice To Haves
- Previous ED, ICU, CCU, or home care experience preferred.
- Previous experience with electronic medical records (EMR) preferred.
Responsibilities
- Consult with nursing staff and the multidisciplinary team regularly to evaluate the patient's status and appropriateness of care, including admission, length of stay, transfer, and discharge.
- Provides direct treatment, education, and management of health conditions, including making recommendations to providers regarding additional services needed and referrals for community resources.
- Plans, implements, and evaluates patient care plans based on patient assessment to optimize outcomes.
- Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
Benefits
- Quality health, dental, and vision benefits
- Wellness programs and resources
- Industry-leading leave for new parents
- Generous earned time plan
- Employee Assistance Program for employees and anyone in their household
- Access wages already earned before payday with Payactiv
- Loan Reimbursement is available for this position dependent upon current degree level.
- Tuition Reimbursement is available to all employees
- Up to 2% of eligible pay in 403(b) company-matching contributions
- Another 2% in the 401(a) retirement income plan
- Three insurance plans are available to protect your family from the sudden loss of income in the event of your death, terminal illness or serious injury from accident.
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
