Life Care Centers Of America Eugene , OR 97401
Posted 5 days ago
Day Shift RN Resident Care Manager. At Valley West we strive to be the premier provider of skilled and long-term care. We believe our residents are our highest priority and our associates are our most valuable resources. It is our desire to be the facility of choice in our community. Our programs and services are designed to operate with superior quality in order to satisfy the needs of our residents and staff. We have an exceptional team of dedicated staff and are looking to expand with like-minded and motivated individuals looking to make a positive impact in the lives of others.
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 patients. Works together with the patient and family, care team, payers, and external entities to promote a safe transition from the facility to the next provider or care setting care team, payers, and external entities to promote a safe transition from the facility to the next provider or care setting in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements
Nursing diploma (associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing)
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
Generate written communication that is clear, concise, and well organized
Excellent organizational skills and be efficient in prioritizing and managing time and assignments
Contribute to the organization's goals and objectives and support the organizational strategic plans
Expert knowledge in field of practice
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
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
Demonstrate efficient use of relevant computer systems including but not limited to the ability to enter and retrieve data
Serve as liaison to external case managers, family, physicians, and community resources
Train and education patients, families, associates, and other providers of care
Implement the standards of practice for care management, ethical performance, and functions relevant to coordination of care
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
Assist in the evacuation of patients
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Life Care Centers Of America