What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Case Manager position at Home of the Innocents?
Join Home of the Innocents, a non-profit dedicated to supporting children and families in our community. Our mission is to enrich lives with hope, health, and happiness. As one of only two certified Sanctuary Organizations in Kentucky, we prioritize safety and recovery through trauma-informed practices. Our leadership is committed to developing a diverse, inclusive, and values-led workforce.
If you're passionate about making a difference for children, families, and our community, we invite you to apply!
Position: Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager
A Day in the Life:
The RN Case Manager provides trauma-informed, medically related case management to residents of the Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center. Collaborating with physicians and the interdisciplinary team under the direction of the Director of Case Management, you will partner with residents and their families to ensure access to the appropriate resources for maintaining their highest quality of life and well-being. You will play a vital role in ensuring smooth transitions during admission and discharge processes.
What You'll Do:
If you're passionate about making a difference for children, families, and our community, we invite you to apply!
Position: Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager
A Day in the Life:
The RN Case Manager provides trauma-informed, medically related case management to residents of the Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center. Collaborating with physicians and the interdisciplinary team under the direction of the Director of Case Management, you will partner with residents and their families to ensure access to the appropriate resources for maintaining their highest quality of life and well-being. You will play a vital role in ensuring smooth transitions during admission and discharge processes.
What You'll Do:
- Coordinate and facilitate resident admissions, transfers, discharges, and transitions according to regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support residents' medical and psychosocial needs.
- Ensure residents and families have the necessary training and resources before transitions.
- Assess residents to determine appropriate resources, services, and care environments.
- Maintain professional relationships with external providers and referral sources to support continuity of care.
- Assist families with advance care planning, including directives and referrals for palliative or end-of-life care.
- Manage financial resources and act as a representative payee if needed.
- Stay current on long-term care regulations and participate in continuing education.
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- Unencumbered and current Commonwealth of Kentucky Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Two years of clinical experience in acute or long-term care required.
- Experience in case management or knowledge of long-term care regulations is preferred.
- Current CPR/Basic Life Support certification (training provided).
- Excellent interpersonal skills, empathy, and the ability to build strong relationships.
- Strong critical thinking, analytical, and communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Full Healthcare and Benefits package
- Paid Time Off
- 401k Retirement Fund Investment opportunity
- Training and certification opportunities
- Continued education programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Student Loan Forgiveness opportunity through Public Service Loan Forgiveness*
- Sanctuary Certified Organization
- Program provided by U.S. Department of Education.
