RN Case Manager Experienced (IKC)

DaVita Kidney Care•Kalamazoo Charter Township, MA

1d•$80,000 - $104,000•Remote

About The Position

DaVita Integrated Kidney Care (DaVita IKC) is the integrated care division of DaVita Inc., working towards DaVita’s vision of providing integrated care to all End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) patients, who are among the most medically complex and vulnerable patient populations in the U.S. Our team of over 600 dedicated nurses, care coordinators, nurse practitioners (NPs), and business professionals integrates and manages care for more than 20,000 patients with late-stage chronic kidney disease (CKD) and ESRD across the U.S. each month. We have demonstrated that integrated care improves patient quality of life, leads to better outcomes, and lowers the total cost of care. What distinguishes DaVita IKC is our commitment to providing exceptional care management with a focus on compassion for our patients and each other. We aim to create both a great experience for our patients and a special workplace for our teammates. Our mission is to revolutionize kidney care, with the goal of making integrated care the standard for all renal patients. To support this vision, we are significantly investing in the development of both our care model and our team. Joining DaVita IKC means becoming part of a compassionate team dedicated to high-quality patient care. Through our dedication to training, growth, and quality, we consistently achieve superior clinical outcomes while offering teammates opportunities to excel in an award-winning environment that fosters both professional and personal growth.

Requirements

A.D.N degree from accredited school of nursing required; B.S.N preferred; three-year diploma from accredited diploma program may be substituted for nursing degree
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice required
Continuing education credits maintained as required by state of practice required
Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in clinical nursing required
Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in renal nursing preferred
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of data and managing to clinical, financial, and patient satisfaction outcomes
Demonstrated experience and effectiveness in change agent role
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of CQI techniques
Previous experience in healthcare performance coaching required
Certified Nephrology Nurse (CNN) or Certified Case Manager (CCM) preferred
Current CPR certification required
Ability to modify personal practice patterns to adapt to new / electronic processes and increased productivity expectations as it pertains to Capella implementation
Current driver’s license in state employed with positive driving record and able to meet requirements of insurance coverage required
Basic computer skills and proficiency in MS Word and Outlook required
Functional proficiency with DaVita specific clinical software programs, including Capella, required within 90 days of employment
Home office with internet connectivity at minimum of 1MB upload and 1MB download speed required

Nice To Haves

B.S.N preferred
Certified Nephrology Nurse (CNN) or Certified Case Manager (CCM) preferred

Responsibilities

Reviewing a roster of high-risk patients (often ~100+).
Traveling to dialysis centers or nephrology offices to meet patients during their treatment/appointment.
Conducting Comprehensive Health Evaluations (CHEs)—head-to-toe assessments covering medical, social, and emotional needs.
Teaching patients about comorbidities (diabetes, heart failure), reconciling medications, and arranging follow-up care to prevent hospital readmissions.
Heavy focus on documentation for risk adjustment and care plans (often completed from home).
Reducing hospitalizations and managing overall health long-term.
Care coordination along with Nurse Practitioner and Care Coordinator.