Job Description:The Home Health RN Case Manager plans, coordinates, and manages the care provided to assigned patients. This position acts as the leader in collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team, providing the foundation for creating the interdisciplinary plan of care. The Case Manager coordinates the various care processes that are necessary to achieve desired outcomes, and delegates, as appropriate. The Case Manager works to promote and sustain a culture reflective of Centra's best practices for quality and service, creates and maintains a safe patient environment, and contributes to a healthy work environment. The practice of the RN reflects the American Nurses Association's (ANA) Code of Ethics for Nurses, the Nurse Practice Act of Virginia, and the ANA Principles of Nurse Staffing.Responsibilities:Plans, coordinates and manages the care provided to assigned patientsDocuments patient care completely, accurately, and timelyThinks critically as evidenced by appropriate clinical decision-making and prioritizationLeads, communicates and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to plan patient careParticipates in performance improvement initiatives affecting patient outcomesEnsures appropriate patient and/or caregiver education with utilization of applicable resourcesHandles conflict resolution in an appropriate, timely, and consistent mannerUses resources (e.g., time, people, supplies, etc.) cost effectivelyEngages in own professional development as evidenced by self assessment and attainment of degrees, certifications, and continuing educationOther duties as assignedQualifications:Required Education: Graduate of an accredited Nursing ProgramRequired Experience: One (1) year of nursing experience.Preferred Experience: Two (2) years of acute care clinical experience, critical care or emergency room experienceRequired Certifications and Licensures: Hold a current, active license as a registered nurse in Virginia or hold a current multistate licensure privilege as a registered nurse. Hold a current, active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) course completion card.Effective April 1, 2024, candidates seeking employment in this role at Centra must possess a valid and current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS Provider or AHA BLS Instructor) course completion card. Proof of certification will be mandatory prior to commencing employment. Both AHA and RQI cards are acceptable forms of certification.
