RN Case Manager at Chapters Health System

Leesburg, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Mar, 26

Salary

99096.0

Posted On

13 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Case Management, Nursing Process, Communication, EMR/EHR Systems, Assessment, Plan of Care, Palliative Care, Team Collaboration, Documentation, BLS Certification, Home Visits, Patient Education, Crisis Management, Transportation, Compassionate Care

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success! Role: The RN, Case Manager is responsible for assessing and identifying patient/family needs, utilizing the nursing process, coordinating the Plan of Care with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), and providing clinical, palliative and supportive care to the patient/family unit in order to keep the participant in their home environment as long as possible. Job Description Qualifications: • Current license as RN in the state where the employee will be working • Minimum of one (1) year nursing experience; hospice or hospital experience preferred - Employees working at PACE, certification of completion of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias Training through the Florida Department of Elder Affairs • Previous experience working with an EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical/Health Record) system • Mobile Driver - Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance per Company policy • Reliable transportation to meet visit schedule • Ability to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanisms • Ability to effectively communicate in English (verbal and written) • Ability to visit Participant in their homes to assessments • Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable accommodation • Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross. Some locations may require: Provides reassurance on the phone to patients and families. Assists in finding solutions to their questions and/or recognizes the need for an in person visit. Coordinates in person visit when needed/or requested. Utilizes appropriate support/expert resources or personnel to resolve complex or difficult situations. Documents patient/family contact information in the EMR and communicates with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT). Completes initial and semi-annual assessment for all Company services including, but not limited to: Explains services to patients/families and addresses questions regarding patient needs, fears, physical limitations, while putting the patient/family at ease; presents services in an empathetic and compassionate manner Provides information to Physicians and other IDT members and initiates Plan of Care to address patient’s immediate needs Initiates skilled nursing interventions to enhance prevention, prevent complications, alleviate symptoms and maximize physical and emotional comfort Obtains Physician orders Completes documentation per Company policy Acts as the Company representative at assigned facilities while facilitating referrals to all service lines; works closely with referring hospitals, physicians, facilities, patients, families, and the general public. Communicates frequently with other members of the IDT. Provides all necessary clinical communication timely using SBAR. Discusses any potential needs with after-hours staff. Develops strong relationships with case managers, physicians, etc. at facilities. Competencies: • Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position. Responsibilities of all employees: • Represent the Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients. • Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse. • Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices. • Observe the Company's health, safety and security practices. • Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within the Company. • Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner. • Promote the Company through participation in community and professional organizations. • Participate proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels. • Improve own professional knowledge and skill level. • Advance electronic media skills. • Support Company research and educational activities. • Share expertise with co-workers both formally and informally. • Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position. Job Responsibilities: • Provides and manages direct care to patients and families as part of Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), incorporating psychosocial, spiritual, cultural, physical and biological components, and appropriate nursing intervention and follow-up. • Coordinates the Plan of Care, ensuring that an individualized Plan of Care is developed that accurately reflects the patient’s evolving needs. • Educates patient, family, caregivers and other health professionals about disease process and decline, prevention, palliative interventions, care giving, dying process and safety practices. - Participant visit frequency dependent on risk score/needs to be determined - Home visits to assess home safety, medication compliance, nutritional compliance, DME compliance- ability to live safely in the community. • Reports changes in the patient’s condition to appropriate members of the IDT or other health professionals. • Participates with the IDT to evaluate hospice referrals/admissions for level of care appropriateness. - Attends daily IDT collaboration meetings • Presents concise and pertinent oral and written reports to IDT; respects and encourages input from all disciplines. • Communicates accurately and completely to physicians, staff members, patients, families, and supervisors; utilizes positive approaches when working with others. • Supervises patient care provided by Community Health Workers and Home Health Aides as requested. • During times of emergencies (i.e. Hurricanes, etc.), the RN, Case Manager may be required to report to work at a location designated by the company, to ensure continuity of services. This may include reporting to work ahead of your scheduled date/time due to planned lock down of unit, and staying overnight(s) based on duration of emergency. • Performs other duties as assigned. Physical Demands for Post Offer/Pre-Placement (The demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an individual to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.): While performing the duties of this job, the following abilities are required: see; hear; talk; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel. Frequently required to: stand; sit; reach with hands/arms; lift; bend; balance. Occasionally required to: pull; push; stoop/crouch; kneel; climb stairs. Compensation Pay Range: $66,064.10 - $99,096.71 This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy. Capital Caring Health is a not-for-profit, community-based organization founded in the nation's capital in 1977. Capital Caring Health is one of the most experienced and respected providers in the nation of advanced illness, hospice, palliative care, and primary care at home. Our care for children with life-limiting disease is one of the largest on the East Coast. Additional services focus on the special care needs of veterans, those with heart failure, end-stage lung disease, and grief support. Approximately $3 million annually funds care for those who lack coverage or the necessary financial resources for services. Over the years, Capital Caring Health has provided hospice, palliative care, and counseling to nearly 150,000 patients and their families through our regional neighborhood network across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Click here to view the video!

Responsibilities

The RN Case Manager is responsible for assessing patient and family needs, coordinating care with the Interdisciplinary Team, and providing clinical and supportive care to maintain patients in their home environment. This includes conducting home visits, developing individualized care plans, and educating patients and families about their care.