LPN Case Manager

National Jewish Health•Denver, CO

About The Position

The LPN Case Manager supports safe and efficient transitions from hospital to home by combining clinical nursing skills with coordinated discharge planning. The role arranges home health services, home IV therapy, durable medical equipment, and transportation, and helps address social determinants of health such as housing instability, food insecurity, and medication affordability. The LPN Case Manager works with nurses, social workers, providers, home health agencies, pharmacies, infusion companies, and community partners to help patients access the resources and support needed for recovery and optimal health.

Requirements

Licensed Professional Nurse (LPN).
At least 2 years of experience as an LPN.
Current Colorado LPN license.
Current CPR/BLS certification.

Nice To Haves

Case management, discharge planning, and/or care coordination experience.

Responsibilities

Coordinate home health services, including outpatient services, nursing, PT/OT/SLP, and supportive care.
Arrange home IV therapy, communicate with infusion companies, and verify discharge readiness.
Identify potential barriers to discharge and escalate concerns to the RN or provider.
Screen patients for housing instability, food insecurity, transportation barriers, and eligibility for medication and co-pay assistance programs.
Connect patients and families with community resources, including shelters, food banks, housing programs, Medicaid or financial assistance, and medication assistance programs.
Coordinate transportation through insurance benefits, ride-share partnerships, non-emergency medical transport, or community programs.
Serve as a liaison between the healthcare team, home health agencies, pharmacies, infusion companies, and community partners.
Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and update the team on patient needs, progress, and barriers.
Document care coordination activities and resource referrals in Epic.
Ensure discharge arrangements comply with CMS, Joint Commission, insurance, and hospital policies.
Participate in performance improvement projects and ongoing education related to case management and social determinants of health.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Multiple Cigna medical plans, with Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts available with some plans.
Paid time off for vacation and sick days, plus six paid holidays.
Dental and vision coverage effective the first of the month after hire.
403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions after two years.
Wellness incentives of up to $200 annually for preventive health activities.
Tuition reimbursement of up to $5,250 annually for full-time and part-time employees.
Child Care Assistance through a childcare Flexible Spending Account with an annual employer contribution.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness-eligible employer.
Employer-paid disability and life insurance plans, with optional buy-up choices.
Voluntary benefits including Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Plan coverage.
Discounts on local services, insurance, and RTD bus passes.