RN Case Manager

UnitedHealth Group•Shelton, CT

2d•$82,995 - $124,492

About The Position

Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The Nurse Case Manager guides patients and families through the care continuum by assessing needs, coordinating care, supporting discharge and transition planning, and managing ongoing outpatient care. Under the supervision of an RN or MD, the role helps ensure patients receive the appropriate level of care and provides education, coaching, and treatment-decision support in collaboration with a Care Advocate and Social Worker.

Requirements

Current RN license specific to the state(s) assigned to work in.
Current CPR certification.
At least 1 year of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse (RN).
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance.

Responsibilities

Performs patient assessments and collaborates with the care team to develop and implement a plan of care.
Makes referrals to other disciplines as indicated by the patient's identified needs, or documents the rationale for not doing so.
Promotes patient health and independence through teaching and appropriate rehabilitative measures, helping patients learn appropriate self-care techniques.
Supervises LPNs and HHAs.
Completes documentation accurately and on time.
Regularly communicates patient progress to the clinical manager and care team.
Plans and provides staff education.
Performs on-call responsibilities and provides on-call services to patients and families as assigned.
Participates in clinical development and continuing education programs.
Performs other duties as assigned.