RN Care Manager - Pine Bluff FMC at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Pine Bluff, AR 71630
This position is located in Pine Bluff The RN Care Manager will promote wellness, improved outcomes and self-care within a defined population of patients with a long term condition(s) and complex health needs and support their appropriate utilization of health services.
The RN Care Manager will provide patients who have chronic conditions, the support, the education and assistance in the prevention and/or maintenance of their disease and/or health and wellness state, thus increasing patient compliance with their treatment plan.
The RN Care Manager will work with the individual patient, their families, and providers of care to develop and implement individual health plans and provide support to the patient in self-management to support the patient's optimal functioning and improve collaborative coordination of care to reduce waste and inefficiency within the concept of the patient centered medical home.
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity.
We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks:
Health:
Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for staff and family11 paid Holidays in addition to Vacation and Sick LeaveEducation discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)Retirement:
Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMSBasic Life Insurance up to $50,000Career Training and Educational OpportunitiesMerchant DiscountsConcierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacySalary offered commensurate with experience.
Primary Care RN Care Manager Duties Works in conjunction with all care team members across the continuum to identify and proactively manage care needs and close care gaps of the highest risk patients with chronic conditions such as diabetes, uncontrolled hypertension, COPD, CHF, and age-related illnesses within the primary care setting to improve clinical outcomes.
Actively manages assigned panel of high risk chronic care patients utilizing registries and reports.
Coordinates care plans and conduct transitional care calls for patients with frequent Emergency Department utilization and those who are recently discharged for inpatient hospital admissions.
Participates in patient-centered medical home (PCMH), aids in the development of clinic workflows and collaborates with physicians to develop and maintain current care plans with preventive services and chronic disease management.
Identifies and stratifies high risk patients needing care management services to reduce re-hospitalizations in people with chronic illnesses (i.
e.
uncontrolled Diabetes, HTN, COPD, CHF, depression, out of range BMI and age-related conditions), socioeconomically disadvantaged, and/or the chronically mentally ill.
Promotes patient, staff, provider and organizational satisfaction by coordinating and facilitating the delivery of quality and continuity of care while focusing on productivity and the cost effective utilization of resources.
Provides education, support and outreach to patients over the phone and in person ensuring all aspects of care plan are met including but not limited to:
Management of transitions in care delivery settingsReview and update medications for reconciliation by providerAssess and address educational needs associated with chronic disease and preventionAssess and address any social and psychological determinants that impact disease managementFacilitate adherence to quality metrics determined by quality programs e.
g.
UAMS, NCQA, CMSFacilitate transfer of information and communication among providersEducate and encourage adherence to regular primary care provider visitsServes as an advocate for the patient and family.
Develops and supports a practice based care management model by providing on-site and telephonic services i.
e.
wellness, health coaching, goal setting, self-management techniques, disease management and case management including coordination with community services per Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) standards.
Routinely scans medical literature for updates on clinical practice guidelines, new developments in the management of chronic diseases and communicates and disseminates information to staff.
Facilitates regular patient follow up, education, crisis management, and coordination/support for people at risk or who are vulnerable because of their socioeconomic status and/or level of healthcare literacy who are reluctant to seek treatment due to limited knowledge of their condition and barriers to care.
Valid License as a Registered Nurse by the State of Arkansas; BSN required Graduate of an accredited Nursing ProgramRN Nursing Care experience with 3 years in a clinic or hospital environment; one year of pediatric experience requiredCertification in Care Management (CCM or CCTM) or obtain within 1 year of hire date.
Knowledge or experience in PCMH desired.
This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background and registry (if applicable) check and drug screen (if safety sensitive position) .
A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant.
Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.
The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
UAMS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is committed to excellence.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (501) 686-6432 and let us know the nature of your request.
We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process.
We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The RN Care Manager will provide patients who have chronic conditions, the support, the education and assistance in the prevention and/or maintenance of their disease and/or health and wellness state, thus increasing patient compliance with their treatment plan.
The RN Care Manager will work with the individual patient, their families, and providers of care to develop and implement individual health plans and provide support to the patient in self-management to support the patient's optimal functioning and improve collaborative coordination of care to reduce waste and inefficiency within the concept of the patient centered medical home.
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity.
We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks:
Health:
Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for staff and family11 paid Holidays in addition to Vacation and Sick LeaveEducation discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)Retirement:
Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMSBasic Life Insurance up to $50,000Career Training and Educational OpportunitiesMerchant DiscountsConcierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacySalary offered commensurate with experience.
Primary Care RN Care Manager Duties Works in conjunction with all care team members across the continuum to identify and proactively manage care needs and close care gaps of the highest risk patients with chronic conditions such as diabetes, uncontrolled hypertension, COPD, CHF, and age-related illnesses within the primary care setting to improve clinical outcomes.
Actively manages assigned panel of high risk chronic care patients utilizing registries and reports.
Coordinates care plans and conduct transitional care calls for patients with frequent Emergency Department utilization and those who are recently discharged for inpatient hospital admissions.
Participates in patient-centered medical home (PCMH), aids in the development of clinic workflows and collaborates with physicians to develop and maintain current care plans with preventive services and chronic disease management.
Identifies and stratifies high risk patients needing care management services to reduce re-hospitalizations in people with chronic illnesses (i.
e.
uncontrolled Diabetes, HTN, COPD, CHF, depression, out of range BMI and age-related conditions), socioeconomically disadvantaged, and/or the chronically mentally ill.
Promotes patient, staff, provider and organizational satisfaction by coordinating and facilitating the delivery of quality and continuity of care while focusing on productivity and the cost effective utilization of resources.
Provides education, support and outreach to patients over the phone and in person ensuring all aspects of care plan are met including but not limited to:
Management of transitions in care delivery settingsReview and update medications for reconciliation by providerAssess and address educational needs associated with chronic disease and preventionAssess and address any social and psychological determinants that impact disease managementFacilitate adherence to quality metrics determined by quality programs e.
g.
UAMS, NCQA, CMSFacilitate transfer of information and communication among providersEducate and encourage adherence to regular primary care provider visitsServes as an advocate for the patient and family.
Develops and supports a practice based care management model by providing on-site and telephonic services i.
e.
wellness, health coaching, goal setting, self-management techniques, disease management and case management including coordination with community services per Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) standards.
Routinely scans medical literature for updates on clinical practice guidelines, new developments in the management of chronic diseases and communicates and disseminates information to staff.
Facilitates regular patient follow up, education, crisis management, and coordination/support for people at risk or who are vulnerable because of their socioeconomic status and/or level of healthcare literacy who are reluctant to seek treatment due to limited knowledge of their condition and barriers to care.
Valid License as a Registered Nurse by the State of Arkansas; BSN required Graduate of an accredited Nursing ProgramRN Nursing Care experience with 3 years in a clinic or hospital environment; one year of pediatric experience requiredCertification in Care Management (CCM or CCTM) or obtain within 1 year of hire date.
Knowledge or experience in PCMH desired.
This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background and registry (if applicable) check and drug screen (if safety sensitive position) .
A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant.
Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.
The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
UAMS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is committed to excellence.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (501) 686-6432 and let us know the nature of your request.
We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process.
We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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