RN, Case Manager, Home Health

Sutter Health•Salida, CO

3d•$71 - $100

About The Position

An experienced registered nurse responsible for overall management of patients, including providing direct care while meeting designated visit productivity standards. Plans, organizes, and directs patient care services for patients in the assigned caseload in accordance with current standards and regulations, maintaining optimal care quality. Coordinates the interdisciplinary team in implementing established patient care plans and manages visit utilization and expenses. May assist with agency-wide orientation, competency evaluations, and clinical staff consultation in areas of specific expertise.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
California Registered Nurse (RN) license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification.
Valid driver's license.
Automobile insurance.
Two years of recent relevant experience.
Ability to function independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team, and to exercise sound independent nursing judgment in planning and providing patient care.
Knowledge of pathophysiology and accepted treatment protocols for common home care diagnoses.
Knowledge of basic safety and infection-control principles.
Demonstrated clinical assessment skills.
Ability to recognize the special needs of hospice patients and others in the home.
Ability to communicate effectively and compassionately with patients and significant others.
Ability to maintain constructive relationships with internal and external customers.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Understanding of palliative care for terminally ill patients.
Ability to recognize unsafe or emergency situations and act appropriately.
Ability to meet company productivity standards.
Ability to solve problems objectively and effectively, or recognize when to consult a supervisor.
Ability to manage time demands and occasional conflicting priorities in a challenging work environment.
Professional image and self-directed learning to meet professional development and licensure requirements.
Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

Manage patients in an assigned caseload and provide direct care while meeting designated visit productivity standards.
Plan, organize, and direct patient care services in accordance with current standards and regulations.
Maintain the optimal degree of quality care.
Coordinate the interdisciplinary team to implement established patient care plans.
Manage visit utilization and control expenses.
May assist with agency-wide orientation, competency evaluations, and consultation to clinical staff related to specific expertise.
Maintain required licensure and certifications.