A health services organization in New York City is currently seeking a licensed Registered Nurse (LPN) to join their growing team as a Care Manager. In this role, the Care Manager (LPN) will be responsible for playing a crucial role in meeting the health needs of children and families enrolled in the Preventive Services Program.
About the Opportunity:
- Office plus Field
- Schedule: Monday to Friday
- Hours: 9am to 6pm or 10am to 7pm
Responsibilities:
The Care Manager (LPN) will:
- Review healthcare reports received and coordinates follow-up as needed with the social work team and family members
- Maintain communications with case planners concerning family’s health status and answers staff questions concerning family’s healthcare
- Assist family members in locating community resources for health care and makes referrals for the families
- Prepare medical summaries as requested for school placement, inpatient hospitalizations, etc.
- Educate families about their conditions, its effects, the importance of keeping scheduled appointments and complying with their medical regimen
- Obtain and record health data on family members for the purpose of tracking pertinent patient history
- Conduct home visits at minimum on a monthly basis to offer nursing services, advice, counseling and instructions
- Provide health information materials to staff and families
- Attend mandatory agency in-service trainings and outside community trainings as relevant to the position for continued professional development
- Perform other duties, as needed
Qualifications:
- NYS Licensed Practical Nurse
- Familiarity with MyEvolv, Promis, and Connections systems
- Solid assessment, clinical, and documentation skills
- Great interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
- Strong attention to detail
- Highly organized
Desired Skills:
- Experience in working with a medically fragile population
- 2+ years of previous experience in a Home Healthcare role/setting
