Care Manager RN

Job Title: Care Manager, RN

Working at Home - Delaware

• Position is for New Castle County (open to candidates in this county or within 30 but NOT more than 1 hour commute)
• Must reside in Delaware
• Face-to-face visits will be required. Must be willing to begin visits on week 1.

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

• Travel to members’ homes, nursing facilities, and community settings for face-to-face assessments and telephonic follow-ups, following state and national guidelines.
• Assess, plan, coordinate, and evaluate care for members with chronic and complex health, social service, and custodial needs.
• Coordinate care across various services, addressing physical, behavioral, LTSS, social, and psychosocial needs in a cost-effective manner.
• Facilitate authorization, care transitions (e.g., hospital to home), and continuity of care.
• Educate members and caregivers on health care needs, benefits, resources, and service options.
• Develop and implement care plans with members or caregivers to meet their specific goals and needs.
• Collaborate with health care teams, including LTSS Member Advocates, discharge planners, and providers.
• Assist in overcoming obstacles to optimal care and connect members with community resources.
• Document all services and interventions in the electronic health record, ensuring HIPAA and regulatory compliance.

Required Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse with 2 years of experience in long-term care, home health, hospice, public health, or assisted living.
• 1 year of home clinical or case management experience.
• Experience with Medicare, Medicaid, and managed care.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, and database documentation.
• Reliable transportation to travel within the assigned territory.
• Ability to meet regulatory deadlines and maintain a dedicated home office space.
• Experience with geriatric special needs, behavioral health, home health, and cultural competency.
• Familiarity with electronic documentation systems and cost neutrality.
• Organized with good communication and computer skills.
• Must be willing to travel 2-3 times a week within the state.

Job Types: Contract, Temporary

Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Nursing: 2 years (Preferred)
• Case management: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• RN (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $35 - $40