Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager
About The Position
The Transition Nurse Case Manager provides professional nursing and case management support to Naval Special Warfare Service Members transitioning from military service. The role reviews medical needs, coordinates continuity of care, facilitates referrals, supports healthcare planning, and connects Service Members with resources to promote successful post-service outcomes. It serves as a link between military healthcare, veteran services, community resources, and transitioning personnel to reduce barriers to healthcare access and improve long-term wellness. The position is full-time in Virginia Beach, Virginia, involves 10% travel, and is contingent upon award. The employee may be asked to perform other job-related duties and follow other job-related instructions. Duties and responsibilities are essential functions and may be modified to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description does not create an employment contract other than an at-will relationship.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship.
- Valid U.S. driver's license.
- Active Secret Security Clearance.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Current, full, active, and unrestricted Registered Nurse license in a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory.
- At least two years of professional nursing experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge of patient education, care coordination, case management, and management of complex medical, psychosocial, and financial issues.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with patients, families, healthcare providers, outside agencies, vendors, Military Health System stakeholders, and Government personnel.
- Knowledge of applicable professional ethics, standards of practice, and relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 25 pounds and required vision abilities.
Nice To Haves
- Case-management certification from a recognized certifying organization, such as the Commission for Case Manager Certification, American Case Management Association, or American Nurses Credentialing Center. Alternatively, certification may be obtained within one year of employment if approved by the Government.
Responsibilities
- Apply professional nursing principles, practices, and procedures to support case management services.
- Collect, organize, document, and communicate health assessment and care coordination information.
- Develop individualized care management plans with milestones, responsibilities, and care coordination actions.
- Conduct authorized telephonic and virtual case management assessments.
- Establish priorities for case management support and monitor progress toward identified goals.
- Coordinate referrals to healthcare providers, community resources, and authorized support services.
- Collaborate with military, civilian, veteran, and community healthcare providers to support continuity of care.
- Provide health education to Service Members and family members within the nurse's authorized scope of practice.
- Identify quality, utilization, safety, and risk management concerns and report them through established procedures.
- Maintain case management documentation, workload data, metrics, and reports.
- Participate in case reviews, meetings, training events, and coordination activities.
- Assist transitioning Service Members with understanding healthcare transition options, Veterans Affairs resources, and continuity-of-care pathways.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
