Nurse Case Manager

Kenaitze Indian Tribe•Kenai, AK

About The Position

The Nurse Case Manager, in the Primary Care Department’s Health Systems Program, uses the Dene' Model of Care to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate processes aimed at improving the health status of assigned panels and ensuring quality care that meets un'ina comprehensive care needs. The role applies advanced knowledge and skills in health process management and individual patient case management, and provides oversight and development of processes for coordinating health care services. The position is full-time, non-exempt, and scheduled for 40 hours per week for 52 weeks. It reports to the RN Supervisor. Travel is local and in-state. The role includes routine exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissue.

Requirements

Associate degree in nursing.
Three years of clinical experience.
Patient population health management experience.
Registered Nurse (RN) license.
Basic Life Support certification.
Valid Alaska Driver License and ability to remain insurable under the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's policy.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills and attention to detail.
Clear understanding of the nursing scope of practice and ability to delegate tasks appropriately.
Good listening skills to understand the medical and social needs of un'ina.
Strong oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree.
Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities.

Responsibilities

Assess the health care needs of assigned panels using the Dene' Model of Care and health care management tools.
Prioritize and advocate for un'ina needs.
Use critical thinking to interpret complex information.
Use the Nurse Case Management Competency tool to guide performance and support independent practice.
Establish measures to address targeted health indicators in collaboration with designated health care providers and/or the wellness team.
Collaborate with organization team members, the Alaska Native Tribal Health System, and other health care facilities and referral agencies.
Assist and guide un'ina in navigating the health care system when more specialized assistance is needed.
Use data to assess and monitor panels of un'ina, review their needs, and determine which health care needs should be addressed.
Notify providers of identified needs in a timely manner.
Follow up on specialist recommendations with the PCP as needed.
Guide un'ina and family members toward health and well-being through education.
Advocate for comprehensive and collaborative un'ina care by participating in staff meetings, information sharing, continuing education and training, and continuous improvement efforts.
Participate in planning committees as the liaison for comprehensive un'ina care.
Ensure compliance with Tribal, federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, Tribal policies, and the TERO ordinance.
Perform other duties and tasks requested by the supervisor that are consistent with the position, department, and Kenaitze Indian Tribe objectives.