Registered Nurse - RN Case Manager

Professional Case Management•Oak Ridge, TN

About The Position

Professional Case Management is hiring Registered Nurse Case Managers in Tennessee to provide in-home nursing care to former Nuclear Weapons Workers with chronic or terminal illnesses related to exposure to toxic substances in their previous work environment. Visits are conducted weekly and typically last one to two hours. During visits, Case Managers perform physical assessments, including taking vital signs; ensure home safety with medical equipment and supplies; fill weekly medication planners; and oversee skilled and non-skilled caregivers. The role provides direct care and case management for assigned clients, plans and evaluates care, coordinates care conferences as needed, and collaborates with regional and other personnel to address issues and improve services. Case Managers may also provide on-site clinical support, assist with staffing decisions, support personnel training and evaluation, review clinical documentation, participate in performance improvement activities, and complete supervisory visits and other operational duties. The position offers schedule flexibility and pays $42 per hour, including 100% of the hourly wage for drive time, with weekly pay and applicable shift differentials.

Requirements

Graduate of a state-approved school of professional registered nursing.
Current, unrestricted RN license in the state(s) of practice.
At least two years of nursing experience, including one year in home care or a closely related field.
Current CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
One year of supervisory and/or case management experience.

Responsibilities

Provide direct care and case management for assigned clients.
Conduct weekly in-home nursing visits, including physical assessments and vital signs.
Ensure home safety with medical equipment and supplies, fill weekly medication planners, and oversee skilled and non-skilled caregivers.
Plan, implement, and evaluate care provided.
Participate in, coordinate, and manage client care conferences as needed.
Collaborate with the regional director and other personnel to identify and correct issues and improve services.
Serve as a local on-site clinical resource as needed and support clients' home care needs.
Collaborate with staffing coordinators on staffing and scheduling appropriateness within scope of practice, competencies, client needs, and care complexity.
Follow nursing delegation guidelines and Agency policies.
Participate in interviewing, selecting, and evaluating clinical personnel as requested.
Support personnel training, education, and competency validation.
Review clinical documentation for accuracy and completeness.
Participate in Agency performance improvement initiatives, including quarterly medical record reviews.
Collect, document, and submit data on infections, occurrences, complaints, grievances, and performance improvement activities.
Perform and document supervisory visits as needed to facilitate problem resolution.
Review nurse shift reports for policy adherence and performance improvement opportunities.
Support home chart completeness, timely staffing of cases after referral, and equipment tracking.
Assist with marketing activities, such as meeting clients or physicians to discuss Agency programs, as requested.
As the senior case manager or qualified alternate, be available during operating hours and participate in relevant professional service activities, including personnel qualification development and assignment.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as requested or deemed necessary.