Unclassified - Shawnee, KS
posted 4 months ago
The Home Health Registered Nurse (RN) Care Manager at AdventHealth Shawnee Mission is a vital role that involves coordinating and directing the care of home health patients based on their individual needs. This position requires a professional nurse who possesses advanced assessment, teaching, and decision-making skills to manage a caseload of home health patients effectively. The RN Care Manager is responsible for evaluating patients for the appropriateness of home health services and developing comprehensive home care plans in collaboration with physicians. This role emphasizes the importance of educating patients, families, caregivers, and community providers to ensure safe and effective care delivery. In this position, the RN Care Manager will conduct thorough assessments, set priorities for home care caseloads, and adapt to the changing needs of patients and families. The nurse will formulate patient-specific plans of care that are realistic and measurable, taking into account the physical, financial, and emotional resources available to the family. The RN will also be responsible for maintaining updated clinical records, ensuring timely documentation, and facilitating interdisciplinary care conferences to address the needs of complex patients. This role is essential in achieving top decile outcomes and improving the overall quality of care provided to home health patients. AdventHealth is committed to fostering a community that values the wholeness of each person, and the RN Care Manager will play a crucial role in extending this mission by providing compassionate care and support to patients in their homes. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and development while contributing to the well-being of patients and their families.