Nursing Case Manager

Purpose of Position
- Coordinates inclusive health care and community-based services, home visits, assessments and caregiver education for an assigned caseload. Independently develops, implements, and evaluates adequate care plans in a community setting, while working with other health care providers and agencies to integrate care. Provides quality leadership and oversight to caregivers providing direct care in the community. Works in close association with all members of Imagine!

to ensure the delivery of high-quality nursing services.

• Responsible for nursing case management for assigned case load.
  • Attends and participates in Person Centered Support Plan meetings for assigned case load.
  • Attends Member Identified Team (MIT) meetings as needed and revises care plans as necessary.
  • Writes individualized care protocols and educates caregivers on the implementation.
  • Monitors specialized care as indicated by state rules and regulations.
  • Completes home visits as assigned and as needed.
  • Provides direct care as needed; assigns and or delegates nursing tasks within the scope of practice per the Nurse Practice Act.
  • Completes home visits in compliance with regulations and as assigned.
• Responsible for specific health related training, observation, and monitoring of caregivers.
  • Provides QMAP training including MRB and CPR/1st Aid practicum.
  • Assesses and monitors MRB use per state rules and regulations.
  • Provides infection control trainings and education to caregivers.
  • Supports infection control and mitigation efforts in residential settings.
  • Provides observations for specialized care, therapeutic services, and other health related services delivered by caregivers.
  • Reports errors/incidents to Management as needed.
• Collects, monitors, reports and records objective and subjective data.
  • Performs assessments, formulates interventions and documents these interventions per the Nursing Process.
  • Reviews Quality Assurance for assigned case load. This includes the following:
    Collects objective data; analyzes, reports and records data; validates, refines and modifies data.
  • Utilizes all data to identify and document health care problems.
  • Monitors all medical appointments and follow-ups. Processes and signs off on physician orders.
• Professionally and positively represents Imagine! as a member of Nursing Services.
  • Maintains respectful and productive relationships with other healthcare professionals, local and State agencies, committees, taskforces, commissions, teams, or other bodies which monitor or otherwise affect the operations of Nursing Services. This includes the Colorado Association of Nurses for the Developmentally Disabled (CANDD) as well as the Developmental Disabilities Nurses Associate (DDNA).
  • Maintains respectful and productive relationships with people in services, their families and care providers, guardians, and Imagine! employees.
• Accurately transcribes medication orders as prescribed.
• Writes informed consent for psychotropic medications.
• Administers TB skin test and supports respiratory protection program.
• Ensures Nursing Services are performed in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, County and Municipal statutes, regulations, rules and policies on a daily basis.
• At the discretion of the Manager of Nursing Services, may supervise and/or support the clinical practice of Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs).
• This position has on-call responsibilities which will include alternating nights, weekends, and holidays.
• This position requires regular use of a personal vehicle with liability insurance that meets Imagine! standards.
• Responsible for the integrity and accuracy of data in the electronic health records and all other systems used in support of this program.

Knowledge, Skill, and Ability:

• General knowledge of developmental disabilities system in Colorado. This includes knowledge of the federal and state rules and regulations governing Nursing Services.
• Demonstrated knowledge in seizure disorders, medications, treatments and emergency interventions as well as knowledge of G-tube and J-tube feeding procedures.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with individuals and groups at all professional levels.
• Effective and creative negotiator and problem solver.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks/goals for self and others.
• Ability to work effectively with various technology including word processing software, internet-based databases, assistive technology, etc.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and ability to meet Imagine! driving requirements.
• Ability to use personal mobile device such as a smartphone or tablet.

• Specialty certification in developmental disabilities preferred.
• Current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Colorado in good standing.

• Two years related experience required.

• Ability to lift 20 pounds.
• Effective with shifting roles, responsibilities, and expectations in a changing environment.
• Typical office…