Nurse Case Manager I

State of Vermont • Morrisville, VT

66d • 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.
• Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position.

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

• Eleven paid state holidays
• Robust benefits package
• Loan repayment may be available via federal/state eligibility requirements.
• 80% State paid medical premium
• Dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level