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SalaryRN / Case Manager
The RN Case Manager acts as the coordinator of the health care team for individual patients in order to maintain the proper linkages within a continuum of care for best patient outcomes. The RN Case Manager administers medication and treatments, maintains and submits the clinical record for each patient and provides progress notes, as needed.
We are always interested in hiring other licensed capable, committed and caring clinicians including Social Workers, Speech Language Pathologists and Therapists, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and Physical Therapy Assistants.
AdvanCare Healthcare Services, LLC - Position Description
RN Case Manager
Reports to: Clinical Care Supervisor, Administrator
Supervises: Staff Coordinator and all direct patient care employees
Education/Qualifications
Registered Nurse currently licensed in the State of Illinois. Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing preferred.
Minimum of three (3) years experience as a licensed, Registered Nurse, preferable five (5) years including home care clinical experience.
Experience in a supervisory or quality assurance position in acute and/or home health.
General Description
Provide quality patient care via the development, implementation & evaluation of individual patient care plans. Is a liaison between the Agency, patient, and their families. Follows established professional standards of care, Agency guideline policy and procedures.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Develops a P.O.C. that corresponds with the physicians orders through assessment of patient's needs, condition, environment, consultation with other health team members, at time of initial visit and updates plan of care regularly as necessary and documents this care following Agency procedures.
Responsible for the delivery of competent, quality patient care in the home.
Maintains an ongoing responsibility for assigned caseload.
Responsible for the implementation and evaluation of individual patient plan of care.
Maintains communication with Case Managers, Staff Coordinator and Director of Home Care Services.
Provides teaching and counsels both patient and family.
Provides skilled nursing care that conforms with Agency patient care and general medical policies.
Schedules work load for maximum efficiency.
Rotates weekend, night, and holiday call with staff to facilitate adequate coverage for all patients.
Participates in Agency evaluation program as instructed.
Regularly conducts Case Care Conferences.
Abides by and promotes Agency administrative policies.
Maintains a continuing knowledge of competencies related to the Nursing profession by participating in formal education programs, conference, workshops and professional organizations.
Participates in staff inservices programs, at least 12 hours annually.
