LVN Case Manager - FULL TIME

HumanGood•Bakersfield, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The LVN Case Manager works with new residents to assess their conditions and requirements, developing care plans customized to meet their specific personal needs. Regularly evaluating and updating these plans is essential. The role involves educating residents and their families on following health plans. This position controls and administers managed care cases for plan members within provider facilities and those utilizing services outside the facilities. Responsibilities include checking prior authorizations, performing concurrent reviews, indicating the appropriate level of care and utilization of services, developing discharge plans, and ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness. A plan of care is developed for residents from admission to discharge. The LVN Case Manager may develop assignments in coordination with care partners and assist in supervising team members accountable for resident care and satisfaction.

Requirements

Completion of Accredited Licensed Nursing Program (LVN)
Current state license
Minimum of 2 to 4 years professional managerial experience in related field
2 years case management experience
Clinical observation and assessment skills
Proficient computer skills necessary to complete documentation, review electronic health records and communicate with team members
Current LVN license
Current CPR certification

Responsibilities

Works with new residents to assess their conditions and requirements along with the purpose of developing care plans customized to meet the specific personal needs of residents
Assume primary responsibility for a patient/family using the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient/family needs, goals and interventions
Coordinate the implementation of the plan of care and insure care coordination and case management for each patient
As applicable, apply specific criteria for admission and re-certification to establish appropriate levels of care and patient’s eligibility
Assesses resident’s needs at the time of move in and continually evaluates residents’ condition
Promotes the highest functional level of independence possible (keeping in compliance with state and federal regulations, and the community’s safety procedures)