Registered Nurse - RN Case Manager

Professional Case Management • Paducah, KY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Professional Case Management provides in-home care to former Nuclear Weapons Workers with chronic or terminal illnesses resulting from exposure to toxic substances in their previous government work. RN Case Managers conduct weekly in-home nursing visits, typically lasting 1–2 hours. Visits include physical assessments and vital signs, checking home safety with medical equipment and supplies, filling weekly medication planners, and overseeing skilled and non-skilled caregivers providing care in the client’s home. The role provides one-on-one patient relationships and the opportunity to support clients’ health, quality of life, and peace of mind. The position allows the nurse to create their own schedule.

Requirements

• Graduate of a state-approved school of professional registered nursing.
• Current, unrestricted RN license in the state or states 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) preferred.
• One year of supervisory and/or case management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and case management for assigned clients.
• 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 the fulfillment of clients’ home care needs.
• Collaborate with staffing coordinators on the appropriateness of staffing and scheduling based on scope of practice, competencies, client needs, and case 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 review.
• Collect, document, and submit information on infections, occurrences, complaints, grievances, and performance improvement activities.
• Perform and document supervisory visits to facilitate problem resolution.
• Review nurse shift reports for policy adherence and performance improvement opportunities.
• Monitor home chart completeness, timeliness of staffing cases after referral, and equipment tracking.
• Assist with marketing activities, such as meeting with clients or physicians to discuss Agency programs, as requested.
• Ensure the senior case manager or similarly qualified alternate is available during operating hours and participates in relevant professional services activities, including developing qualifications and assigning personnel.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as necessary or requested by the regional director.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k).
• Company-paid short-term disability.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Paid Time Off.
• Voluntary benefits.
• Weekly pay.
• 100% of hourly wage paid for drive time.
• Shift differentials where applicable.
• Flexible scheduling.

What This Job Offers

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