Contract RN - Resident Care Manager (RCM)

Cascadia EE LLC • Keizer, OR

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Resident Care Manager (RN) develops, evaluates, and implements health care plans for individual residents and patients, assists with managing their medical plans, and provides a high level of care. The role communicates treatment plans among residents, families, physicians, and other providers, and helps coordinate transitions to the next level of care.

The position is a 3–6 month contract with potential for extension and is full-time. The schedule is Sunday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Keizer Court Post Acute in Keizer, Oregon.

The Resident Care Manager conducts resident assessments, participates in clinical meetings, collaborates with the health care team, establishes and documents person-centered care, implements physician orders, reviews test results, and maintains complete medical records. The role also educates and supports residents and families, coordinates referrals and discharge planning, and communicates changes in condition using SBAR. Duties must be performed in accordance with company policies, applicable laws, and professional standards.

Requirements

• Degree in nursing from an accredited nursing school.
• Registered Nurse (RN) qualification and current RN license.
• Valid CPR certificate.
• At least one year of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related health care facility.
• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies and personnel, and the general public.
• Strong communication, customer service, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of nursing and medical practices and procedures, and of laws, regulations, and guidelines that apply to nursing care facilities.
• Must satisfy the applicable state background check requirements and be cleared to work in the facility before contact with patients or residents.

Nice To Haves

• Six months of experience in a long-term care environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and update resident and patient health care plans to support person-centered care.
• Conduct assessments for new residents and patients.
• Participate in clinical meetings and collaborate with other members of the health care team.
• Use the electronic medical record to establish and validate indicated parameters.
• Establish, monitor, and document person-centered care.
• Communicate changes in a patient's condition to physicians using SBAR.
• Review medical examination test results.
• Implement physician orders and follow up on treatment plans.
• Communicate with families, health providers, and patients, and obtain consent as required.
• Document care and current medical conditions clearly and ensure medical records are complete.
• Provide emotional support and health care plan education to patients and families.
• Work with clinical staff to implement plans of care and provide customer service.
• Maintain punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.
• Obtain discharge-plan information from physicians, residents or patients, and payor sources, and share it with the facility's interdisciplinary team.
• Coordinate communication and care-team activities to support smooth transitions to the next level of care.
• Coordinate referrals from hospitals, physicians, case managers, insurance companies, and other referral sources.
• Follow the company's Code of Conduct, policies and procedures, applicable laws, and professional standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Free 24/7 access to professional counseling, legal consultations, financial planning, and childcare and eldercare referrals.
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Career advancement pathways.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree