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Form of workDescription: Position Summary: This position is accountable for assessing, planning, coordinating, monitoring and evaluating, and providing Public Health services for patients and their families, fostering quality, continuity, and appropriate utilization of health care resources throughout the continuum of care. Public Health LPN Case Managers facilitate a cooperative effort between patients, parents, doctors, nurses, payers, and allied health care workers, community agencies and home care services, promoting a smooth journey through the entire span of care. The Case Manager facilitates the coordinated utilization of resources for maximization of health outcomes, patient/family satisfaction and financial outcomes.
This position assists with procurement and management of vaccines and other essential program supplies, and ensures that all vaccines and other supplies are strictly handled according to State of Alaska. The LPN Case Manager may provide direct patient care in support of program goals and corporate priorities.
Position Qualifications:
Minimum Education: Graduate from an LNL school for LPN's or LVN's or Certified Community Health Aide Practitioner. In addition must be certified as a CHP or licensed as an LPN in the State of Alaska in good standing.
Minimum Experience: 3 - 5 years prior experience in nursing.
License, Certification, Registration: Current CPR certification (BCLS) required. Must be licensed in good standing in the State of Alaska as a Registered Professional Nurse. Current BLS. The successful candidate will be required to pass and maintain competencies for this position.
Equipment/Tools: Office machines (i.e. computer, copier, fax, telephone, Microsoft Office)
Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of medical terminology.
Ability to work in patient care setting.
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