LPN Patient Care Coordinator
About The Position
The LPN Patient Care Coordinator ensures that medically complex and special healthcare needs of SoonerCare members are effectively managed by coordinating access to medical care, community resources, and social services. This role involves facilitating care management activities and collaborating with intra- and inter-agency personnel to ensure program adherence to state and federal guidelines. Additionally, the LPN Patient Care Coordinator supports the agency’s mission by providing leadership in resolving member issues, contributing to case management decisions, and advocating for the needs of vulnerable populations while ensuring compliance with OHCA policies and program requirements.
Requirements
- Possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a licensed practical nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing plus one year of practical nursing experience OR Licensed Practical Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) plus one year of practical nursing experience.
- Knowledge of healthcare policy and clinical protocols to coordinate care for high-needs populations.
- Specializes in bridging the gap between providers, agencies, and members through strategic communication and problem-solving.
- Prioritizing accountability in program standards and a collaborative approach to case management, the LPN Patient Care Coordinator ensures that every member receives comprehensive, navigated support within the healthcare system.
- Ensures Accountability (demonstrating ownership for program adherence and compliance)
- Collaborates (working effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders to provide comprehensive care management).
- To be considered for this position your application must include a resume/CV with complete work and education history.
Nice To Haves
- 2 or more years of practical nursing experience as a licensed practical nurse
- Experience with obstetric care.
- Experience with aged, blind or disabled population
- Experience with Medicaid/SoonerCare
- Related Professional Certifications (other than BLS/ALS/PALS)
- Experience with MS, Excel, Access, PowerPoint
- Bilingual
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and facilitate access to medical care for medically complex/special health care needs members identified through various referral sources including self-referrals, provider referrals, and other state agency referrals.
- Facilitate access to community resources and social service agencies within the parameters of the SoonerCare program.
- Contribute to SoonerCare Member care plan development and document Care Management activities utilizing the clinical case management system and other available tools.
- Participate in case staffing meetings and collaborate with other agency staff to ensure coordination of efforts.
- Interface verbally and in writing with members, families, and providers to resolve issues.
- Act as a SoonerCare Care Management resource, answering questions for OHCA personnel related to the needs of identified members.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to evaluate service appropriateness and contribute to care plan development based on clinical protocols.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Generous state-paid benefit allowance to offset insurance premiums.
- A wide selection of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care.
- Retirement Savings Plan with employer contributions.
- 11 paid holidays annually.
- 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave in the first year.
- Longevity Bonus recognizing years of public service.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility and tuition reimbursement.
- Wellness benefits, including an on-site gym and fitness center discounts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
