RN Care Manager

RN Care Manager

WHATLEY HEALTH SERVICES INC. - 2.9

Tuscaloosa, AL Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications RN License Community resource coordination in health services social work Medical treatment knowledge Full Job Description BSN from an accredited school of nursing. Two years professional nursing experience in ambulatory care setting preferred. Must be licensed to practice nursing in the State of Alabama. Must possess knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of public health nursing. Knowledge and skill in chronic disease management. Excellent verbal and written communication (including documentation) skills. Ability to organize and prioritize tasks. Must be able to work as a member of a team. Exceptional customer service skills and understanding of patient and family centered care concepts. Must possess knowledge of available social resources for the care and treatment of the physically and mentally ill. Identify problems, goals and interventions designed to meet patient's needs, including prioritized goals that consider the patient/caregivers goals, preferences and desired level of involvement in the case management plan. Contact patients, family and other involved care providers by telephone, and electronic medical records (EMR). Provide education, information, direction and support related to care goals of patients. Act as a patient advocate and assist with problem solving and addressing any barriers to care or compliance with care plan. Coordinate care and develop treatment plans. Provide referrals to appropriate community resources; facilitate access and communication when multiple services are involved; monitor activities to ensure that services are being delivered and meet the needs of the patient. Facilitate disease prevention and health promotion with patients and families. Communicate with hospital follow up patients and schedule appointments as needed; provide medication reconciliation and discuss other pertinent information with the patient