Register Nurse Case Worker

Position Title: Registered Nurse Case Worker

Department: Nursing / Case Management

Location: Poplar, MT

Reports To: Nurse Manager, Case Management Director

• Patient Assessment:
  Conduct comprehensive assessments to determine the healthcare needs of veterans, including physical, emotional, and psychosocial aspects of their condition.
• Care Planning:
  Develop and implement individualized care plans based on patient needs and preferences. This includes coordinating with various departments, healthcare providers, and services available to veterans within the VA system.
• Case Management:
  Serve as the primary point of contact for veterans and their families, facilitating care coordination, advocating for patients, and ensuring timely follow‑up. This includes discharge planning, referrals, and addressing any barriers to care.
• Collaborative Care:
  Work closely with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, social workers, physical therapists, and other healthcare providers to ensure the seamless delivery of care.
• Patient
  
  Education:
  
  Educate patients and their families about their health conditions, treatment plans, and available resources. Empower patients to make informed decisions about their care and provide self‑management guidance.
• Documentation:
  Maintain accurate and timely documentation of assessments, care plans, interventions, and patient progress. Ensure all patient records are compliant with VA regulations and policies.
• Advocacy and Support:
  Act as an advocate for veterans by addressing their healthcare needs, ensuring they have access to necessary services, and helping to navigate the VA healthcare system.
• Utilization Review:
  Monitor and evaluate the utilization of resources and services to ensure appropriate care delivery and cost‑effective use of healthcare resources.
• Quality Improvement:
  Participate in quality improvement activities aimed at enhancing the quality of care and patient outcomes. Assist in the implementation of best practices and evidence‑based guidelines.
• Compliance:
  Ensure that all activities are compliant with VA policies, federal and state regulations, and professional nursing standards.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Health Care Provider

• Medical Practices