RN Case Manager + Recertification Nurse - Home Health Agency (PartTime or PRN - Weekdays, daytime + evenings) | Norwalk, OH - NW OH

Home Care Network, Inc • Norwalk, OH

3d • $36 - $40 • Remote

About The Position

This is a Part-Time or PRN "Road Warrior" leadership position with our agency, requiring travel as needed to all clients throughout Northwest Ohio. This role works closely with and reports directly to our NW OH Regional Program Administrator. For those pursuing career growth: a defined path for advancement to Assistant Program Administrator, Program Administrator, Clinical Administrator, Director of Nursing (DON or Asst. DON), Business Administrator, QA / Compliance leadership, and other positions will be supported. Work consists of: case management, starts of care (SOC), admissions, recertifications, transitional care and resumptions of care (ROC), clinical reviews, and other assessments and services, as well as new hire orientations, in-service and supervisory reviews, and input to influence our training and education, care practices and outcomes, and the success of our clients, employees and business overall. Requires back-up and occasional Skilled Nursing visits and services including med sets, dressing changes, etc. At HCN, this is a field staff leadership role and the right RNCM has a passion for delivering consistently excellent care and care experiences to clients, and the ability to do so directly and through the thoughtful leadership of others. This position requires travel to multiple counties but offers a consistent schedule to fit your personal / family commitments (no overnight shifts or overnight travel).

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience in Case Management, Case Admissions and Discharges, wound care, PICC/PORT/IV Care, Transitional Care, lab draws, OASIS and Non-OASIS assessments, and excellent documentation and field staff leadership.
• At least 1 year of paid experience at/with a home health agency or in-home care provider (or equivalent).
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Minimum of 1 year experience as a Registered Nurse, with an active RN License / ability to practice in the State of Ohio.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in home health agency or equivalent setting.
• CPR and First Aide Certifications required (or can be obtained prior to hire date through our agency or accredited third parties).
• Experience with OASIS and NON-OASIS assessments is also required.
• Strong background in nursing, patient care, and confidentiality.
• Exceptional on-time and attendance record, and consistent availability aligned to your chosen schedule type (PT/FT/Hybrid).
• Willingness and ability to perform required physical demands.
• Consent + Ability to pass a State & Federal background check (including fingerprints).
• 18yo + active Driver's License / State ID + US Work Authorization.
• Reliable transportation to all scheduled visits, within full reach of stated travel radius and assigned clients (up to at least 2 hours is required).

Nice To Haves

• Nurse Supervision experience
• People management
• Peer/staff education and development
• Success or willingness to build relationships with client payors, case mgr / entity relationships (i.e., AAA, DoDD County Board, VA, etc.) in NW Ohio and our current + prospective employees in these communities.
• 2-5 years' experience is preferred.
• Home care experience preferred.
• Desirable character traits: reliable, honest beyond reproach, professional, compassionate, detail-oriented (in care + documentation), accountable, friendly and accommodating, respectful, and positive.
• Familiarity with HIPAA regulations and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Case management, starts of care (SOC), admissions, recertifications, transitional care and resumptions of care (ROC), clinical reviews, and other assessments and services.
• New hire orientations, in-service and supervisory reviews.
• Provide input to influence training and education, care practices and outcomes, and the success of clients, employees and business overall.
• Perform back-up and occasional Skilled Nursing visits and services including med sets, dressing changes, etc.
• Coordinate, re-evaluate and confirm the medical necessity of continued home health care services for patients.
• Provide patient care and ensure optimal outcomes.
• Oversee patient services and provide expert nursing care.
• Submit updated documentation of the patient's condition and ongoing care needs timely and within compliance of all state, federal, and agency guidelines.
• Ensure successful communication with and between physicians, agency staff, service administrators, other caregivers and clinicians, and the client and their family.
• Perform client assessments while directing, planning, and initiating appropriate actions in home care situations.
• Manage/supervise a team of RN, LPN, Home Health Aide (HHA), and Personal Care Aides.
• Document/Communicate/Coordinate patient status/change in condition to care team.
• Perform job duties while promoting personal safety and a safe environment for clients and coworkers.
• Willing to travel surrounding counties.

Benefits

• Round-trip / Door-to-Door mileage reimbursement provided.
• Flexible, customizable schedules, supported by in-house Scheduling Team & Call Center.
• Autonomy in a positive, client-centered culture, with excellent Quality and Compliance support + training for all caregivers and clinicians.
• All RNCMs are eligible for generous New Employee & Client referral bonuses, quarterly awards and bonuses, career advancement, and other perks.
• Full-Time RNCMs may choose between hourly or salaried pay, and are eligible for quarterly bonus opportunities, PTO, qualifying health, dental and vision coverage plans (individual and/or family), and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level