Integrated Care Coordinator; Nurse

Position: Integrated Care Coordinator (Nurse)
## Integrated Care Coordinator (Nurse)
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Onsite:
Louisville, Kentucky:
Full time:
Posted Yesterday:
JR-012344
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* Job Description:

**** ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
*** Provides first point of clinic contact for all new clients. Explain services available and focus on engagement of client to access services.
* Completes health screenings, nursing assessments and triage healthcare needs for new and ongoing clients.
* Participates in team meeting to develop a plan of care to address client needs.
* Assists clients in navigating the healthcare environment to ensure access to appropriate care.
* Advocates on client’s behalf with healthcare providers and managed care organizations to ensure timely care.
* Assists with coordination/access to services that address social determinants of healthcare outcomes:  + Provides transportation to healthcare appointments, when needed  + Identifies other needs, when necessary, that ensure access to healthcare  + Assists in obtaining access to housing (search for housing, applications, financial assistance, communication with landlord), as necessary, when housing status destabilizes health status and presents a barrier to receiving appropriate healthcare.  

+ Assists with access to other community resources e.g., public assistance and financial benefits.
* Develops knowledge base of other healthcare providers in the service area and collaborate, as needed
* Documents tracking for appointments, medication, and other healthcare needs for assigned clients, as needed
** EDUCATION
* ** Licensed Practical Nurse with current active license to practice in Kentucky.
** EXPERIENCE
* ** Three years of nursing experience in a hospital, physician office, or behavioral care clinic.
* Experience in community setting or integrated care environment
** PHYSICAL DEMANDS
*** Position may require lifting of 20 pounds maximum, with frequent lifting or carrying of items weighing up to 10 pounds, or requires significant periods of walking or standing
* Possible exposure to the threat of bodily harm from clients or families.
* Normal tasks may involve exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissue.
* Reliable transportation for frequent travel.
** Time Type:
** Full time