UNM Medical Group, Inc. · 1 day ago
RN Case Manager - Truman Health Services
UNM Medical Group, Inc. is hiring for a Registered Nurse Case Manager to join their Truman Health Services team. The role focuses on providing case management to improve the quality of life for patients, coordinating health care services, and collaborating with health care providers and community agencies.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Coordinate care and treatment of patients as required for a multidisciplinary, patient centered care team approach
Adhere to and promote the core expectations of the Patient Centered Medical Home
Identify patients requiring patient case management interventions by utilizing clinic data base and chart review, screenings and referral tracking
Review patient information/reports in collaboration with health care team and social case managers. Facilitate and/or participate in conferences providing ongoing evaluation of interdisciplinary dynamics, goals attainment and treatment management
Maintain computer-based tracking system and compile reports and records
Develop comprehensive collaborative plan of care in collaboration with physicians, RNs and other health care team members and update bi-annually
Coordinate the continuity of patient care throughout all health care settings; promote effective communication among public health agencies, UNMH, patients and health care providers
Coordinate continuity of patient care upon patients' discharge from hospital including development of care plans and document appropriately
Assist in initial assessment of patients, perform patient triage and arrange necessary consents, to include the coordination of discharge or follow-up care
Request laboratory and radiology diagnostics; initiate blood work, blood cultures, transfusions and IVs; distribute specimens; follow-up on diagnostic results; provide direct patient care; record all patient care activities in chart and/or data base
Conduct nurse intakes for all new patients to the clinic
Visit patients in the hospital or other healthcare facilities to ensure linkage to and continuity of care
Participate in home visits as needed with other members of the healthcare team to assist in ensuring patients are retained in care
Conduct nurse visits to include patient assessment, wound care, medication administration, patient education and other duties within the scope and practice of a RN
Manage provider patient panels and proactively track patient’s needs to ensure they receive care to optimize health
Conduct telephone and in-person triage of patients with acute care needs and collaborate with providers
Assume relief charge duties, when designated
Administer IV fluid and injectable medications, assist with procedures, provide wound care and document all nursing care
Assist with or institute emergency measures for sudden, adverse developments in patients
Qualification
Required
Associate's Degree in Nursing
At least 2 years of work experience that can be demonstrated to be applicable to the duties and responsibilities specified
Experience in case management and/or working with chronically ill patients
State of New Mexico Licensed Registered Nurse or licensure pending as documented by temporary licensure OR current RN licensure from a state participating in the 'multistate privilege to practice' compact with New Mexico
Verification of education and licensure (if applicable) will be required if selected for hire
Preferred
Experienced providing nursing and/or case management services to medically and socially complex populations
Experienced working with the LGBTQ+ community
Experienced working in a community based multi-disciplinary setting
Bilingual English/Spanish
Benefits
Sign-on Bonus Available
Competitive Salary & Benefits: UNMMG provides a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package.
Insurance Coverage: Includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Additional Perks: Offers tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, and a 403b retirement plan for eligible employees.