(2) Case Manager RN, Home Health, Port Angeles
Case Manager RN, Home Health, Port Angeles, 1.0 FTE, Day Shift, Weekends & Holidays, On Call
JOB SUMMARY:
Assesses, plans, implements, coordinates and evaluates the nursing care of patients in their place of residence. Promotes continuity of care for patients on their assigned caseload. Provides direct patient care and supervises the care provided by LPNs and HHAs. Works in collaboration with all home health disciplines assigned to provide care for patients on caseload. Demonstrates a working knowledge of the principles of growth and development of patients 12 years of age and older. Applies principles of learning in teaching patients self-management and methods to regain independence. Individuals assigned to this classification are expected to apply full working knowledge of acceptable standards of nursing principles and practices, demonstrate problem-solving skills and make independent decisions in complex and diversified work situations under general supervision. RN Case Managers utilize established departmental policies and procedures and home health regulatory requirements in providing care to patients. Care is provided as prescribed by the patient’s physician. Performance of tasks under emergency conditions may require strenuous exertion (i.e. patient resuscitation in the home). Has contact with patients under a variety of circumstances and is subject to varying and unpredictable situations. Occasionally subjected to irregular hours. Must maintain a keen awareness of personal safety. Provides on-call support for patients.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education
Associate’s degree required. B.S.N. preferred.
Experience
Minimum of one year recent experience in home health, acute or long-term care.
Licensure/Credentials
Current Washington State Registered Nurse license. Current BLS certification; valid Washington driver's license; proof of insurance on automobile used for work; driving record in compliance with OMC standards currently in effect or as may be amended. See HR Policy 3.12 Driving for OMC Business; must have a cell phone (portion of cost reimbursed by OMHH); must have computer internet connectivity (OMHH work laptop provided); must have reliable automobile transportation to travel to patient residences.
Union
UFCW 21 Home Health
Olympic Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please visit www.eeoc.gov