IDT RN Care Manager Float

Lakeland Care Incorporated • Appleton, WI

47d

About The Position

The Registered Nurse Care Manager (RNCM) Float, acts as a temporary member of the interdisciplinary team (IDT) serving frail elders, adults with physical disabilities and adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities who are members of Lakeland Care (LCI). The team’s goal is to support members of LCI in navigating health systems and utilizing resources to promote optimal health and wellness by providing high quality, person-centered, outcome-based care. Under general direction of the Care Management Staffing Supervisor, the RNCM Float position provides nursing care management in partnership with a Care Manager (CM) to LCI members. The RNCM Float coordinates and designs provision of services and supports based on a comprehensive assessment of the member's identified outcomes and needs. The RNCM Float monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of health-related services based on the member-centered plan per LCI policy and procedures, and Department of Health Services (DHS) contract requirements. IDT has the responsibility of providing member education to minimize risk, maximize independence, and improve health, safety, and quality of life. The RNCM Float position will provide coverage for RNCMs during periods of extended leaves of absence, filling a time between the departure and hiring/training of a new employee or any other reason deemed appropriate by the CM Supervisor/Program Manager. The RNCM Float will be responsible for coordinating shadowing opportunities and warm hand offs as caseload transitions occur. The RNCM Float position may be required to cover multiple service regions and be flexible with travel time.

Requirements

• Current License to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Wisconsin.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing strongly preferred.
• Two (2) or more years of skilled nursing experience preferred, ideally in gerontology/disabilities and/or home care.
• Demonstrates proficiency in applying the Family Care principles and Resource Allocation Decision process to practice.
• Ability to be adaptable, prioritize and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of computers, computer programs, typing, and data entry.
• Ability to access members’ homes which are not required to comply with the ADA regulations.
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs.
• Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record and proof of adequate insurance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a comprehensive assessment of the member's outcomes, needs and risks; and reassesses as the member’s outcomes and/or condition changes.
• Coordinate acute and primary care services, care transitions and related follow-up care.
• Develop, coordinate, monitor, and evaluate members’ outcome-based member-centered plans, considering cost and effectiveness in authorizing services and choosing providers.
• Promote prevention, wellness, and chronic condition management by incorporating preventative, supportive, restorative, and rehabilitative care into the care planning process.
• Strong time management skills to manage workload and caseload logistics.
• Effective communication skills that allow for members and those involved in their care a comprehensive understanding of their role in the care planning and decision-making process in order to achieve their maximum level of independence.
• Ability to establish relationships across LCI with the assigned CM Supervisor, team and their support divisions during times of coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees