Nurse Care Manager - Primary Care

Abode Care Partners - Louisville, KY

Job Title: Nurse Care Manager - Primary Care

Position: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job Type: Full Time

Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 / Hour

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City: Louisville

State: KY

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Job Responsibilities

Conduct initial and ongoing clinical assessments of patients, inquiring about vital signs, gathering information regarding patient condition or issue, prioritizing patient issues, assigning risk category and documenting all patient care data in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
Contribute to the development and updating of individualized care plans in collaboration with care team and providers.
Maintain productivity metrics.
Coordinate with providers, family members, and caregivers to facilitate the implementation of care plans, ensuring all parties are informed and engaged in patient care.
Provide education to patients and caregivers on treatment plans, medication management, and other care needs to improve patient outcomes and adherence.
Handle medication-related inquiries, process prior authorizations, and document all interactions with patients regarding medication adjustments.
Review and process clinical orders as needed, ensuring compliance with provider instructions and patient needs.
Ensure all clinical documentation meets regulatory and compliance standards, adhering to HIPAA and company policies.
Participate in regular care management meetings and quality assurance checks to maintain high standards of patient care.
Work closely with Care Facilitators for scheduling support and non-clinical inquiries to focus on core clinical duties.
Participate in team meetings and provide insights on patient care processes, identifying areas for clinical improvement.

Required Skills

Core Skills

Excellent communication skills
Organized and thorough documentation skills
Solid time management skills
Ability to work independently as well as part of a clinical care team
Ability to develop and build trusting relationships with patients and partners
Ability to recognize condition specific symptoms
Comfortable assessing status of patient remotely
Motivational interviewing skills
Experience working with Electronic Health Records (EHR) software and a Health Information Exchange
Ability to use Microsoft Excel for tracking and reporting

Preferred Skills

Associate degree preferred
Prior experience in a patient-facing capacity required
Familiarity with Care Management preferred
Experience with Transitional Care Management strongly preferred
Minimum of 3 years of experience in geriatric or complex patient care
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with an active license; compact license preferred

Requirements

Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in geriatric or complex patient care; prior experience in a patient-facing capacity required.

Education: Associate degree preferred.

License & Certification:

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with an active license; compact license preferred.

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COVID-19 Requirements: Not Specified

Benefits

Not specified

Supplemental Pay

Not specified

Special Notes

Abode Care Partners is an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, providing integrated medical services to individuals from post-hospitalization to home.
They focus on quality medical care for older adults and individuals with complex needs while safeguarding the dignity of those served.

Facility Details

Name: Abode Care Partners

Description: A leading provider of integrated medical services, caring for individuals in various settings from skilled nursing facilities to private homes.

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