Rn - Case Manager

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We co-create the care experience for our patients and families each and every day. Our staff are highly engaged in what they do, and the work that they do connects them with their cause and purpose in a supportive, team-oriented environment. Ask anyone what the best part of working at Four Seasons is and they will say, "My teammates." We ensure our staff are well cared for so that they can care for others. We are proud of the work that we do and the quality of service we provide. No one does it better than us, and there's no better place to work in western North Carolina.

Job Title

RN - Case Manager

Reports To

Clinical Team Leader or Director

Job Classification

Salary (Exempt)

Status

Full-time w/ benefits

Hours/Week

40

Shift Type

Days, Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm, rotating on call

Home Office/Location

Buncombe Checkpoint

Service Area

Haywood County

POSITION SUMMARY

The Primary Nurse coordinates the nursing plan of care, provides direct nursing care, and instructs/supervises the LPN and Hospice Aide staff in the delivery of nursing care to clients.

Manages the nursing care for an assigned caseload of approximately 15 patients with varying acuity and needs. Caseloads above this target will be co-managed or additional support will be offered. In the event the assigned caseload falls below this target, the nurse may be asked to provide support to other team members.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Practice within the scope of license, certification or registration, where applicable, and as required by law and regulation (See Components of Nursing Practice for the Registered Nurse)
• Assess the patient's physical and mental health including the patient's reaction to illnesses and treatment regimens
• Record and report the results of the nursing assessment
• Plan, initiate, deliver, and evaluate appropriate nursing acts
• Teach, assign, delegate to or supervise other personnel in implementing the treatment regimen
• Collaborate with other healthcare providers to develop the appropriate patient and family-centered nursing plan of care for the patient and the family
• Ensure coordinated implementation of the nursing plan of care
• Implement the treatment and pharmaceutical regimen prescribed by any person authorized by State law to prescribe the regimen
• Provide teaching and counseling about the patient's health, disease progression, and symptom management
• Report and record the plan for care, nursing care given, and the patient's response to that care
• Supervise, teach, and evaluate those who perform or are preparing to perform nursing functions
• Provide for the maintenance of safe and effective nursing care, whether rendered directly or indirectly (by unlicensed staff, patients and families)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Must be willing and able to care for patients with infectious disease processes unless approved accommodations
• Knowledge of Federal, State and Local regulations and Medicare Conditions of Participation
• Knowledge of HIPAA privacy rules and regulations
• Knowledge of electronic medical records systems
• Basic data entry skills
• Excellent organization skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Ability to take initiative and utilize innovative techniques and ingenuity
• Ability to interact with various departments throughout the organization
• Ability to work flexible hours, if needed
• Ability to participate as a team player to coordinate projects
• Ability to plan, prioritize and coordinate multiple projects
• Demonstrated skill/expertise in pain and symptom management
• Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate and facilitate the work of a group
• Demonstrated understanding of reimbursement, regulatory requirements, and Medicare Conditions of Participation

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience:

• Two years of clinical experience preferred

Licensures & Certifications: (if applicable)

• Valid NC RN license
• Valid Driver's License and proof of automobile insurance

SUMMARY OF PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Walking, standing, sitting, bending, reaching, twisting, crouching/squatting, kneeling
• Flexion/Extension of arms/wrist
• Hand dexterity to include gripping, pushing/pulling and writing
• Lifting/carrying of 50 lbs. often

OTHER DUTIES

• Work to achieve performance goals, pursue progress toward individual development plan (IDP) and demonstrate Four Seasons values and competencies
• Participate in department and staff meeting as required
• Participate in ongoing education and training offered by the agency and/or required by nursing supervisor as part of individual education plan of RN
• Comply with company policies, procedures, guidelines, and Mission Statement
• Practice safety and infection control methods
• Assist in providing 24 hour on-call services, including coverage of at least one holiday per year
• Assess for the need of other disciplines
• Perform other but similar duties as assigned

Four Seasons COVID-19 Response

At Four Seasons, the safety of our staff and those we serve is and always has been, our number one priority. As part of our organizational response to COVID-19, we have implemented strict safety protocols and supply our employees with appropriate PPE to ensure the safety and wellness of every member of our team and everyone we serve.

Four Seasons is operating in compliance with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) COVID-19 vaccination mandate. This means all Four Seasons employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Applicant requests for medical or religious exemptions from this requirement will be considered to the extent required by applicable law.

Four Seasons Statement on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Four Seasons is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion. We strive to embrace individual uniqueness and foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives. We are working to leverage educational resources that build and strengthen institutional diversity and that benefit all individuals. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our values of Compassion, Balance, Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Excellence, and Resilience.

At Four Seasons:

• We will foster and maintain a safe environment of respect and inclusion for staff, volunteers, and patients and families, and members of the communities we serve.
• We will educate our staff and volunteers to be champions of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to help create environments that reflect the diversity of our communities and elevate cultural awareness.
• We will ensure inclusive access to our services and resources and ensure that all our policies and practices are inclusive and equitable.
• We will advance and build our workforce by assuring all staff, leaders and volunteers are provided access to training on equity, diversity, and inclusion. We will likewise assure that our recruiting and retention efforts seek to honor and respect inclusivity and equitability in our practice.
• We will address disparities in serious illness care delivery through increased public awareness and education efforts.

Four Seasons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to qualified applicants without regard to such characteristics as race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.