Nurse Case Manager I

State of Vermont•White River Junction, VT

64d•Hybrid

About The Position

Make a difference for Vermonters with complex health and social needs, working with community based teams and systems, as a RN Nurse for the Vermont Chronic Care Initiative (VCCI) with the Agency of Human Services (AHS). Have the work/life balance you need with a Monday-Friday schedule and a supportive hybrid work station environment. The State of Vermont has an immediate opening for a Nurse Case Manager. Eleven paid state holidays, in addition to a robust benefits package. Loan repayment may be available via federal/state eligibility requirements. Starting rate may be negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Requirements

Possession of (or eligible for) licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Vermont OR eligible to practice in the state of Vermont via a multi-state license
Three (3) years or more of professional nursing experience in an acute hospital setting, long term care, health insurance carrier, or within a community health/public health setting.
Must maintain Vermont or multi-state licensure as a Registered Nurse as a condition of employment.
Reliable means of personal transportation is required for work out of the office or in the community and field based settings.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

Patient centered clinical case management, to support health and health related outcomes for individuals with complex health & social needs.
Community based case management and field based visits with members occur in a variety of settings and may include private apartments, motels, correctional facilities, encampments, and shelters.
Service delivery using a team based care approach, patient engagement tools, care teams, shared care plans, a strength based approach and motivational interviewing skills.
Duties involve need for effective communication and working relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders, including the individual, family members and a number of health care disciplines and service providers; and operational integration with various other health care reform initiatives.
Clinical experience and knowledge, knowledge of community, and community culture are necessary.

Benefits

80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
State defined benefit pension plan
Deferred compensation 457(b) plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
Low cost group life insurance
Incentive-based Wellness Program
Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program