Home Health-Registered Nurse Case Manager-Burlington Walworth

Advocate Aurora Health • Oak Lawn, IL

272d • $37 - $56

About The Position

This is a full-time, salaried position providing home care visits in the Burlington/Walworth market. The role involves arranging necessary health-care services for patients requiring nursing services in their homes, evaluating and executing appropriate treatment for referred patients with an emphasis on quality of care, continuity of services, and cost-effectiveness. The Registered Nurse Case Manager will conduct initial assessments, establish plans of care, provide direct patient care, and ensure ongoing communication with physicians and other members of the health care team. The position requires minimal call and holiday requirements, with scheduled hours from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months.
• A valid driver's license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles.
• Associate's Degree in Nursing.
• Typically requires 3 years of experience in clinical nursing.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a variety of clients with patience and respect.
• Good organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with physicians and other professionals in a direct and positive manner.
• Proficiency in clinical skills with the ability to work under direction and make sound judgments.
• Ability to operate necessary equipment to perform the job, i.e., FAX, computer, copier, telephone system.
• Ability to assess data reflecting the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements.
• Tolerance for differences and appreciation of multi-culturalism and diversity of the patients and their families.

Responsibilities

• Arranges necessary health-care services for patients requiring nursing services in their homes.
• Evaluates and executes appropriate treatment for referred patients with emphasis on quality of care, continuity of services, and cost-effectiveness.
• Conducts initial assessment and establishes a plan of care for patients.
• Provides direct patient care and adjusts nursing care processes as needed.
• Identifies problems, modifies nursing care plan, and evaluates outcomes within an appropriate time frame.
• Advises and consults with family and other personnel as appropriate.
• Provides ongoing assessment of patient response to treatments and teaching.
• Completes documentation including visit assessment, OASIS, 485, and verbal orders accurately and promptly.
• Communicates with physicians to confirm and update patients' plan of care.
• Facilitates the discharge planning process according to standards.
• Participates in chart audits and continuous quality improvement activities.
• Maintains and updates accurate clinical and patient records according to agency, state, and federal guidelines.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• $10,000 Sign on Bonus for External Hires.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree