About the role
Field Nurse Case Manager:
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Nursing and Therapy Services of Colorado (NTSOC) prioritizes client-centered care without the influence of profit-driven interests. Our mission is to serve families in southern Colorado by supporting children and young adults with disabilities and complex medical needs through compassionate, high-quality home health nursing services. We focus on outcomes that reflect what matters most to the client, with care goals shaped in partnership with their family and care team.
Job Summary: This position reports to the Assistant Director of Nursing. Responsible for admissions and recertification assessments. The Field Nurse Case Manager will plan, manage, and coordinate the delivery of patient care while providing oversight to the field staff of assigned cases. Provides care coordination with the patient’s multi-disciplinary care team. Provides education and clinical training to field staff for assigned cases. This position ensures compliance with NTSOC policies and procedures as well as adhering to both state and federal regulations.
Salary: $72,800 to $87,000 annually.
Benefits: * 403(b) * 403 (b) matching * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance * Flex Spending account * Health Saving account * Life Insurance
Essential Functions: * Provides comprehensive assessment of patients to determine eligibility and continued eligibility. * Reports significant findings to the appropriate physician. * Submits documentation in a timely, complete and accurate manner. * Implements physician’s orders in a timely, complete and accurate manner. * Performs comprehensive coordination of care and case management for each assigned patient. * Plans, coordinates and implements the patient’s plan of care in compliance with Agency and governmental regulations. * Performs patient care visits in accordance with Agency productivity requirements. * Provides patient care delivery in a manner that enhances the overall mission, vision, philosophy, goals and objectives of the Agency. Creates and maintains accurate field charts to facilitate continuity care. * Participates in a minimum of 75% of required meetings. * Acts as a consultant to other Agency staff. * Complies with all local, state, and federal laws.
Minimum Education: Graduate of an Accredited Nursing Program required. BSN preferred.
Minimum Experience: 1 year home health care experience preferred and 1-2 years of nursing experience in a health care setting required. Strong communication skills. Strong computer skills.
Licenses/Registrations: Colorado RN license in good standing with the Department of Regulatory Affairs. Up to date car insurance and driver license will be required.
Minimum Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: -Strong analytical/problem-solving skills to evaluate the quality-of-care services and resolve issues. -Strong time management and organization skills. -Strong computer skills. Ability to work with electronic medical records system. -Ability to comprehend, analyze correct and formulate medical/nursing documents. -Ability to effectively communicate with staff, clients and medical personnel. -Ability to advocate for and relate to clients/families and their concerns. -Ability to remain current in the skills and knowledge necessary to provide quality patient care. -Current knowledge of laws and regulations related to home care. -Ability to travel to client homes on a regular basis.
Working Conditions: This position combines remote work with required visits to client homes. Working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. During home visits, employees may be exposed to occupational hazards, including communicable diseases, harmful chemicals, and disoriented or combative clients. Employees must be able to work under stressful conditions and adapt to changes in workload and client needs.