Job Summary:
The intent of this job description is to provide a summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed in this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
A Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager advises on and coordinates inpatient and/or outpatient treatment for patients, contingent on their needs. This includes assessment, planning, facilitation, tracking and reporting to achieve quality, cost-effective outcomes. In this sense, RN Case Managers assume a less hands-on, though integral, role in patients' treatment.
Essential Job Duties: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Conducting intake assessments with patients and families.
- Ensuring that families feel sufficiently equipped and supported.
- Developing individualized treatment plans that account for physical, financial, and other constraints.
- Address any barriers for successful self-management (i.e., transportation, caregiver resources, medical equipment, referrals, specialist visits)
- Adjusting treatment protocols, as needed.
- Suggesting and coordinating appropriate follow-up services to promote wellness.
- Meeting with members of healthcare teams to discuss patients' progress, and to deliberate on appropriate care.
- Devising innovative solutions or suggesting appropriate referrals for patients who cannot afford to access treatment.
Required education and experience: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required.
Minimum Education required:
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
- Associate degree.
- Active and unrestricted registered nurse license.
Minimum Experience Required:
- Prior experience as an RN case manager within a similar healthcare facility preferred.
- EMR experience in either EPIC or Athena Health.
Minimum Knowledge and Skills Required:
- Strong understanding of ethics surrounding the storage of patient information.
- Exceptional leadership, supervision, and motivational skills.
- Committed to promoting patients' well-being.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
- Ability to function well in a fast-paced environment.
Travel: 0%
Work Authorization: Remote opportunity for Ventura County Residence Only. Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Mon - Fri (7 am - 430 pm) Occasional weekends