RN Case Manager

The RN Case Manager is responsible for coordinatingcontinuum of care activities for assigned patients and ensuring optimumutilization of resources, service delivery, and compliance with medical regime.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs and coordinates the initial assessments and ongoingreassessments of the patient’s status

Documents patient case information within a database system

Performs chart review/audits monthly or as needed

Participates in monthly case conferences by providinginformation pertinent to patient’s needs/goals

Partners with the Program Director in development and reviewof the patient’s individualized coordination of care plan

Ensures that the patients’ medical needs are addressed;consults with the patients’ physicians as needed, coordinating plans oftreatment, and advocating for the patient when necessary

Promotes understanding of the medical factors affecting thetargeted population

Identifies and assists patient(s) in accessing entitlements,resources, information, and referrals for psychosocial needs

Participates in Quality Assurance and Utilization Reviewactivities, as directed

Empowers patients in decision-making for care planning

Maintains accurate and timely patient information, which isreadily accessible for review and meets all requirements; assists in datacollection for reporting/funding sources

Fosters intra-facility and inter-facility workingrelationships to help accomplish goals; acts as a liaison between primary careproviders, specialist, and/or patient

Advocates on behalf of patient regarding accessibility ofservices

Follows State/County mandated guidelines for the nurse casemanagement programs

Participates in outreach activities to the entire targetpopulation, as directed

Recommends program/service changes to meet gaps in servicein the community

Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

Minimum Requirements:

Current RN licensure in state practicing

At least one year of Case Management experience preferred

Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice

Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicable

Current CPR if applicable

TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)

Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site

Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements

Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required

Computer proficiency required

Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.