Home Heath Registered Nurse Case Manager- Ozaukee County

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Port Washington, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This full-time Registered Nurse Case Manager position is responsible for managing caseloads of patients in specialty areas within home health. The role involves conducting initial assessments, developing and implementing care plans in collaboration with physicians and patients, and providing direct patient care. Key responsibilities include ongoing assessment of patient response to treatment, updating care plans, accurate and timely documentation (including OASIS and 485 forms), and effective communication with physicians and the healthcare team. The position also facilitates discharge planning and participates in quality improvement initiatives. The nurse must possess age-specific knowledge and skills to provide appropriate care.

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 unless department leader has determined it is not required
A valid drivers license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles
Associate's Degree in Nursing
Typically requires 3 years of experience in clinical nursing
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 the necessary equipment to perform the job, i.e., FAX, computer, copier, telephone system
Ability to assess data reflecting the patient's status and the ability to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their specific needs
Must have a tolerance for differences and an appreciation of multi-culturalism and diversity of the patients and their families

Responsibilities

Assumes responsibility for caseloads consisting of patients in specialty areas.
Conducts initial assessment to obtain thorough physical, social and environmental data.
Establishes the plan of care in accordance with the physician orders and patient needs.
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 on-going assessment of patient response to treatments and teaching and applies interventions as appropriate.
Updates and revises plan of care as indicated.
Completes documentation including visit assessment, OASIS, 485 and verbal orders accurately and promptly and within the standards.
Communicates with physicians to confirm and update patients' plan of care.
Provides status updates and ensures ongoing communication with the physician and other members of the health care team.
Facilitates the discharge planning process according to standards and utilizes resources to assure continuity of care after discharge.
Participates in developing the discharge plan with the patient/family, physician, social worker, and other staff members as appropriate.
Participates in chart audits and continuous quality improvement activities as requested.
Identifies, develops and participates in process improvement opportunities that will enhance the quality of the services provided.
Maintains and updates accurate clinical and patient records according to agency, state, and federal guidelines.
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Programs that invest in your career development
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