Location: Chicago, IL 60608
Pay Rate: $39.00/hr - $44.23/hr based on experience
Shift: M-F, 8 AM to 5:00 PM (Flexible)
*** Care Manager (RN) Role Requires 20% Remote and 80% in office***
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Identifies, tracks and manages care for the highest risk patients
Conducts initial care coordination screening eligibility and performs comprehensive risk assessment
Works directly with patients/family members and providers to develop and implement an individualized and integrated patient care plan for each of the highest risk patients.
Promotes clear communication amongst a care team and treating clinicians by ensuring awareness regarding patient care plans
Adapts practice to meet individual patient circumstances with regard to health literacy, deficits as well as cultural and linguistic differences, ensuring that effective communication is achieved, particularly where there may be barriers to understanding
Utilizes motivational interviewing to gain cooperation from patients and families around the care management plan
Work alongside medical home staff at clinic site
Education/Experience:
-
RN's Graduate from an Accredited School of Nursing. Bachelor’s degree in Nursing required.
-
3-5 years of experience with 2-3 years years clinical nursing experience in disease management or care management in a clinical, acute care, or community setting. Knowledge of healthcare and managed care preferred.
-
Knowledge of healthcare and managed care preferred.
-
Prior experience working in a remote role is preferred.
-
Prior case management experience preferred.
Licenses/Certifications:
Required Skills:
Strong analytical skills; detail and solution oriented; ability to work independently; excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills; and ability to use spreadsheet or database software; Proficient computer skills including, but not limited to, the ability use the following on a daily basis: Web-based applications, Email, Microsoft Word.
AltaStaff is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
#RNCM1