MUSC
Registered Nurse II - Home Health RN Case Manager (Camden, SC)
Job Location
Kirkwood, SC, United States
Job Description
Job Description SummaryThe Home Health Case Manager functions as a member of the clinical service line team. This Registered nurse is responsible for planning, coordinating, providing, and documenting care for an assigned caseload of patients from day of admission through day of discharge. Utilizing -physicians' -orders -and -professional -skills, -the -Case -Manager RN develops and implements a home health plan of care that meets each patient's specific needs. -EntityMedical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)Worker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-Type---RegularCost CenterCC001403 KER - Home Health (KMC)Pay Rate TypeHourlyPay GradeHealth-27Scheduled Weekly Hours40Work ShiftDay (United States of America)Job Description*** $18,000 Sign-On Bonus Available to New Hires w/Experience! ****
POSITION SUMMARY
The Home Health Case Manager administers skilled nursing care to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Director of Clinical Services/Clinical Manager.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education: Graduated from an accredited school of nursing who is licensed in the state in which practicing. -
Minimum Work Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience as a registered nurse, preferred.
Required License: -Currently licensed as a registered nurse to practice in the state.
Certifications:
Not Required
Preferred
Required within 1 yr
Mandatory
BLS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Occasionally)Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous)Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous)Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent)Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent)Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent)Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Occasionally)Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent)Ability to bend at the waist. (Continuous)Ability to twist at the waist. (Infrequent)Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent)Ability to perform "pinching" operations. (Frequent)Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands. (Continuous)Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous)Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous)Ability to reach overhead. (Frequent)Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous)Ability to fully use both legs. (Frequent)Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination. (Frequent)Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous)Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent)Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent)Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. (Infrequent)Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force. (Infrequent)Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous)Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. (Continuous)Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous)Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous)Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous)Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous)Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous)Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. (Continuous)Ability to work rotating shifts. (Infrequent)Ability to work overtime as required. Infrequent)Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Infrequent)Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Infrequently) Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (Infrequent)
WORK ENVIRONMENTCheck all that Apply:XRisk of exposure to body fluidsXRisk of exposure to bloodborne pathogensXMay be required to work long hours which may result in overtime in the event of a disaster or severe staffing crisis.xMay be required to stay at hospital in the event of an impending disaster or inclement weatherXMay be required to float to other units or locations as neededXHandle multiple prioritiesXIndependent discretion/decision makingXMake sound decisions under pressureXManage anger/fear/hostility/stressXWork in close proximity - to othersXWork in a distracting environmentXWork with others effectivelyXWork independentlyXExhibit MUSC Excellence Standards of Professional BehaviorXOffice EnvironmentXClinical EnvironmentPhysician PracticeXCommunity Based (Home Health, Hospice)MUSC EXCELLENCESTANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL BEHAVIORCompassionI will:
Pleasantly greet and introduce myself to others.
Be an active listener by maintaining eye contact and using appropriate body language to communicate that I am listening.
Strive to be attentive, respectful, and responsive in caring for the needs of patients.
Use kind words and actions to show empathy when others are distressed.
Advocate for the wellbeing and concerns of patients and families.
Help others when asked or communicate the need for assistance if I cannot be of help.
TeamworkI will:
Welcome new members to my team and offer them my assistance and support. -Listen to and try to understand the needs and opinions of my team. -
Share ideas, knowledge, and information required by my team and others to do their work. -Engage team members in key decisions that affect our work. -Promote inter-professional and interdisciplinary collaboration and understanding. -
Offer to assist my teammates when my tasks are completed. -
Seek to resolve differences by communicating in a direct and respectful manner. -
Hold my team and myself accountable for appropriate safe behavior by speaking up.
DiversityI will:
Respect the individuality, privacy, and dignity of patients, visitors, and colleagues. -
Provide a welcoming environment for all. -
Show respect for all employees regardless of their position or role in the organization. -
Support equality and inclusion for all by remaining nonbiased in my interactions and not treating anyone differently on the basis of gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, race, economic status or physical characteristics. -
Speak up or intervene when workplace bullying or discrimination is observed. -
AccountabilityI will:
Demonstrate pride in my work and do what is expected of me with timeliness and quality. -
Know and abide by the policies that specifically pertain to my work area and role. -
Uphold patient, employee, and institutional confidentiality. -
Be on time and ready for work and meetings. -
Dress appropriately for my position or while on the premises of MUSC including wearing my badge at lapel level. -
Practice etiquette by allowing visitors to enter and exit doorways, hallways, and elevators first and offering to assist them if they are lost or need directions. -
Take pride in the MUSC campus by maintaining a safe and clean work environment. -
Share information and respond to communications - -in a timely and professional manner. -
Refrain from negatively commenting on MUSC's culture, services, patients, employees, or guests. -
Be fiscally conservative by not wasting time or resources
InnovationI will:
Support a focus on positive changes in the institution. -
Bring forward opportunities for improvement and not wait for an adverse event to happen. -
Support a culture of innovation by asking and accepting questions. -
Encourage ideas from others. -
Contribute my ideas for the purpose of continuous improvement, problem solving and learning. -
Accept responsibility for my own learning.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS1. Provides services in accordance with the plan of care.2. Makes the initial evaluation visit and regularly reevaluates the patient's nursing needs. 3. Initiates the plan of care and necessary revisions.4. Provides those services requiring substantial specialized nursing skills.5. Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures.6. Prepares clinical and progress notes for each patient visit and summaries of care conferences on his/her patients in a timely manner as per Agency policy.7. Coordinates services.8. Informs personnel of changes in the condition and needs of the patient.9. Counsels the patient and family/significant others in meeting nursing and related needs.10. Participates in and presents in-service programs.11. Understands and adheres to established Agency policies and procedures. -12. Processes orders and notifies physician of patient needs and changes in condition. Completes certification/recertification orders and discharge summaries.13. Determines the amount and type of nursing needed by each individual patient.14. Refers to Physical Therapist, Speech Language Pathologist, Occupational Therapist and Medical Social Worker those patients requiring their specialized skills.15. Supervises and teaches other nursing personnel.16. Conducts patient care conferences on patients assigned to his/her care.17. Participates in peer review and Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement as assigned.18. Gives total patient care as needed.19. Takes on-call duty nights, weekends and holidays, as assigned.20. Completes and submits OASIS assessments, reassessments, transfers, resumptions of care, discharges and significant change in condition in accordance with Agency defined time frames.22. Appropriately utilizes ICD-10 codes.NON ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSTreats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. Functions as liaison between administration, patients, physicians and other healthcare providers.Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments. Works together as a team to provide safe, effective, quality care to all MUSC patients.Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Identifies, labels and reports any equipment that is not functioning properly.
- Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.Other duties as assigned.Additional Job Description*** Sign-On Bonus Available w/Experience! ***If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here:
Location: Kirkwood, SC, US
Posted Date: 11/19/2024
POSITION SUMMARY
The Home Health Case Manager administers skilled nursing care to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Director of Clinical Services/Clinical Manager.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education: Graduated from an accredited school of nursing who is licensed in the state in which practicing. -
Minimum Work Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience as a registered nurse, preferred.
Required License: -Currently licensed as a registered nurse to practice in the state.
Certifications:
Not Required
Preferred
Required within 1 yr
Mandatory
BLS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Occasionally)Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous)Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous)Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent)Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent)Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent)Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Occasionally)Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent)Ability to bend at the waist. (Continuous)Ability to twist at the waist. (Infrequent)Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent)Ability to perform "pinching" operations. (Frequent)Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands. (Continuous)Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous)Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous)Ability to reach overhead. (Frequent)Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous)Ability to fully use both legs. (Frequent)Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination. (Frequent)Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous)Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent)Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent)Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. (Infrequent)Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force. (Infrequent)Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous)Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. (Continuous)Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous)Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous)Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous)Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous)Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous)Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. (Continuous)Ability to work rotating shifts. (Infrequent)Ability to work overtime as required. Infrequent)Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Infrequent)Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Infrequently) Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (Infrequent)
WORK ENVIRONMENTCheck all that Apply:XRisk of exposure to body fluidsXRisk of exposure to bloodborne pathogensXMay be required to work long hours which may result in overtime in the event of a disaster or severe staffing crisis.xMay be required to stay at hospital in the event of an impending disaster or inclement weatherXMay be required to float to other units or locations as neededXHandle multiple prioritiesXIndependent discretion/decision makingXMake sound decisions under pressureXManage anger/fear/hostility/stressXWork in close proximity - to othersXWork in a distracting environmentXWork with others effectivelyXWork independentlyXExhibit MUSC Excellence Standards of Professional BehaviorXOffice EnvironmentXClinical EnvironmentPhysician PracticeXCommunity Based (Home Health, Hospice)MUSC EXCELLENCESTANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL BEHAVIORCompassionI will:
Pleasantly greet and introduce myself to others.
Be an active listener by maintaining eye contact and using appropriate body language to communicate that I am listening.
Strive to be attentive, respectful, and responsive in caring for the needs of patients.
Use kind words and actions to show empathy when others are distressed.
Advocate for the wellbeing and concerns of patients and families.
Help others when asked or communicate the need for assistance if I cannot be of help.
TeamworkI will:
Welcome new members to my team and offer them my assistance and support. -Listen to and try to understand the needs and opinions of my team. -
Share ideas, knowledge, and information required by my team and others to do their work. -Engage team members in key decisions that affect our work. -Promote inter-professional and interdisciplinary collaboration and understanding. -
Offer to assist my teammates when my tasks are completed. -
Seek to resolve differences by communicating in a direct and respectful manner. -
Hold my team and myself accountable for appropriate safe behavior by speaking up.
DiversityI will:
Respect the individuality, privacy, and dignity of patients, visitors, and colleagues. -
Provide a welcoming environment for all. -
Show respect for all employees regardless of their position or role in the organization. -
Support equality and inclusion for all by remaining nonbiased in my interactions and not treating anyone differently on the basis of gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, race, economic status or physical characteristics. -
Speak up or intervene when workplace bullying or discrimination is observed. -
AccountabilityI will:
Demonstrate pride in my work and do what is expected of me with timeliness and quality. -
Know and abide by the policies that specifically pertain to my work area and role. -
Uphold patient, employee, and institutional confidentiality. -
Be on time and ready for work and meetings. -
Dress appropriately for my position or while on the premises of MUSC including wearing my badge at lapel level. -
Practice etiquette by allowing visitors to enter and exit doorways, hallways, and elevators first and offering to assist them if they are lost or need directions. -
Take pride in the MUSC campus by maintaining a safe and clean work environment. -
Share information and respond to communications - -in a timely and professional manner. -
Refrain from negatively commenting on MUSC's culture, services, patients, employees, or guests. -
Be fiscally conservative by not wasting time or resources
InnovationI will:
Support a focus on positive changes in the institution. -
Bring forward opportunities for improvement and not wait for an adverse event to happen. -
Support a culture of innovation by asking and accepting questions. -
Encourage ideas from others. -
Contribute my ideas for the purpose of continuous improvement, problem solving and learning. -
Accept responsibility for my own learning.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS1. Provides services in accordance with the plan of care.2. Makes the initial evaluation visit and regularly reevaluates the patient's nursing needs. 3. Initiates the plan of care and necessary revisions.4. Provides those services requiring substantial specialized nursing skills.5. Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures.6. Prepares clinical and progress notes for each patient visit and summaries of care conferences on his/her patients in a timely manner as per Agency policy.7. Coordinates services.8. Informs personnel of changes in the condition and needs of the patient.9. Counsels the patient and family/significant others in meeting nursing and related needs.10. Participates in and presents in-service programs.11. Understands and adheres to established Agency policies and procedures. -12. Processes orders and notifies physician of patient needs and changes in condition. Completes certification/recertification orders and discharge summaries.13. Determines the amount and type of nursing needed by each individual patient.14. Refers to Physical Therapist, Speech Language Pathologist, Occupational Therapist and Medical Social Worker those patients requiring their specialized skills.15. Supervises and teaches other nursing personnel.16. Conducts patient care conferences on patients assigned to his/her care.17. Participates in peer review and Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement as assigned.18. Gives total patient care as needed.19. Takes on-call duty nights, weekends and holidays, as assigned.20. Completes and submits OASIS assessments, reassessments, transfers, resumptions of care, discharges and significant change in condition in accordance with Agency defined time frames.22. Appropriately utilizes ICD-10 codes.NON ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSTreats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. Functions as liaison between administration, patients, physicians and other healthcare providers.Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments. Works together as a team to provide safe, effective, quality care to all MUSC patients.Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Identifies, labels and reports any equipment that is not functioning properly.
- Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.Other duties as assigned.Additional Job Description*** Sign-On Bonus Available w/Experience! ***If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here:
Location: Kirkwood, SC, US
Posted Date: 11/19/2024
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