Registered Nurse Care Manager​/Case Management; RN

Position: Registered Nurse Care Manager / Case Management (RN)

Registered Nurse Care Manager / Case Management (RN) at Yale New Haven Health summary:

The Registered Nurse Care Manager assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates individualized patient care while supervising nursing staff and collaborating with the healthcare team. This role requires specialized skills in neuro patient care, airway management, and use of critical care equipment, with responsibilities including patient education and coordination of discharge plans. The position supports organizational values such as integrity and compassion, working under the supervision of a nurse manager in a hospital setting.

Overview
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
Works Under The Supervision Of The Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator. The Registered Nurse (Rn) Assesses, Plans, Implements, Evaluates And Supervises Individual Patient Care On A Nursing Unit/Department According To Unit Policies And Procedures. Provides Supervision Of Non-Rn Personnel On The Assigned Unit. When Assuming The Charge Role, Delegates And Supervises Unit Activities. May Be Requires To Work On Other Nursing Units According To Distribution Of Staff And Patients.

Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Requested In Order To Maintain A High Level Of Service.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities

Assesses The Patient's Physical And Psychosocial Condition On An Ongoing Basis Throughout The Continuum Of Care.

Develops, Communicates And Documents A Plan Of Care Reflecting Individualized Patient Problems And Interventions To Achieve Desired Outcomes, Involving The Patient, Family And Healthcare Team In This Process.

Implements And Coordinates This Plan Of Care In Collaboration With The Healthcare Team.

Evaluates The Effectiveness Of The Plan Of Care, Patient?

S Response To Care, And Readiness For Discharge. Revises The Plan Of Care As Needed And Makes Referrals Where Indicated.

Plans For Education After Assessing The Individual Learning Needs And Readiness Of The Patient And Family. Provides Educational Opportunities And Documents Outcomes.

Functions As A Preceptor To New Staff.

Functions As A Charge Nurse.

Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review.

Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Department/Unit.

Demonstrates Competency In The Care Of The Neuro Patient

Demonstrates Skill And Knowledge In Neuro Assessment

Demonstrates Skill And Knowledge In The Airway Management Of The Neuro Patient

Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In Caring For A Trached Patient

Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In Assisting The Physician And Caring For The Patient During Special Neuro Procedures

Demonstrates Knowledge And Understanding Of Our 'Tia' Teaching Program

Performs Pharynaeal, Endotracheal, Tracheostomy Suctioning According To Established Policy And Procedure:
Pharynaeal, Endotracheal, Tracheastomy

Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In The Use Of Equipment And Care Of Patient In A Halo Brace

Demonstrates Skill And Understanding Of Nursing Responsibilities And Interventions For The Patient On A Ventilator

Qualifications
EDUCATION
Graduate Of An Accredited School Of Nursing; BSN Preferred. Proficient In Use Of Computer Software To Include Electronic Patient Records. Must Have Ability To Use Internet For Literature Searches Regarding Care For Patients.
EXPERIENCE
N/A
LICENSURE
Valid State Of Connecticut Registered Nurse License
SPECIAL SKILLS
Additional Information
NP 11 - Hematology Oncology
NP 12 - Medical Oncology
NP 14 - GYN Oncology
NP 15 - Surgical Oncology
Smilow East - Sickle Cell / Hematology Oncology
Full Time and Part Time Schedules Available
Night Shift or Rotating Days and Nights

Keywords:

Registered Nurse, Care Manager, Patient Care, Case Management, Neuro Assessment, Airway Management, Hospital Nursing, Discharge Planning, Patient Education, Clinical Coordination