RN Care Manager

*Position Summary*

The RN Care Manager is responsible for the coordination of the patient's care and services. Promotes quality care using a collaborative process that coordinates, monitors, and evaluates services according to the needs of and interpersonal contact with patients. in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

*Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements*

• Must possess a nursing diploma (associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing)
• Must be currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
• One (1) year of clinical experience in post-acute care setting preferred
• Prior case management, utilization review, and discharge planning experience preferred
• Certified Case Manager (CCM) or Board Certification in Nursing Case Management (RN-BC) preferred

*Specific Job Requirements*

• Must be able to generate written communication that is clear, concise, and well-organized
• Must have excellent organizational skills and be efficient in prioritizing and managing time and assignments
• Must contribute to the organization's goals and objectives and support the organizational strategic plans
• Must have expert knowledge in field of practice
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Must be knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post-acute care facility
• Must have the ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Must perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: general manager duties, patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Must understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's _Code of Conduct_ and completes mandatory _Code of Conduct_ and other appropriate compliance training

*Essential Functions*

• Must be able to demonstrate efficient use of relevant computer systems including but not limited to the ability to enter and retrieve data
• Must be able to serve as liaison to external case managers, family, physicians, and community resources
• Must have the ability to train and education patients, families, associates, and other providers of care
• Must implement the standards of practice for care management, ethical performance, and functions relevant to coordination of care
• Must exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Must be able to assist in the evacuation of patients
• Must demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• Must be able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Must be able to communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Must be able to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

*Benefits for Full-Time Associates*

• medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability coverage
• 401(k)
• paid vacation, sick days and holidays

An Equal Opportunity Employer

LCAD 109655

• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay: $48.00 - $58.07 per hour
• Work Location: In person