LPN Chronic Disease Coordinator - Care Mgmt

Overview

Peace Health is seeking a LPN Chronic Disease Coordinator - Care Mgmt for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at Peace Health is $28.73 – $43.09. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

• Coordinates and integrates care of selected populations by managing chronic disease registries and conducting outreach using various program delivery methods. Evaluates reports and acts on outlier data based on criteria set forth by the PHMG Quality Committee, appropriate regional disease management programs and/or performance improvement committee(s).
• Under care manager supervision, case manages a panel of patients, including implementing care plans and utilizing tracking tools, coaching for activation, providing education, patient/family support and coordinating with other care providers and resources.
• Works with discharge planners and coordinates transitions of care, arranging warm handoffs between the clinic and hospitals, emergency departments or care facilities. Facilitates the sharing of information across people, functions, and sites.
• Performs initial health screening per established protocols, resolves patient inquiries within scope, and escalates patient inquiries beyond scope to RN Care Manager via warm handoff.
• Participates as a proactive team member of a patient-centered medical home.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Accredited Program
  
  Required:
  
  Licensed Practical Nurse
• Minimum of 2 years Preferred: experience in an outpatient care setting for LPNs
• Preferred:
  Familiarity with desktop computing tools, multi-line phone systems and insurance billing
• Preferred:
  Experience or training in motivational interviewing or coaching for activation
• Required:
  
  Licensed Practical Nurse - Oregon
• Required:
  
  Upon Hire Basic Life Support

• Ability to maintain patient privacy and confidentiality. (Required)
• Ability to collaborate with other multi-disciplinary team members. (Required)
• Proficiency in the use of computer and office equipment, including Microsoft Office applications. (Required)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills including basic understanding of motivational interviewing techniques. (Required)
• Strong writing skills. (Required)
• Effective telephone communication skills. (Required)
• Strong customer service skills. (Required)
• Ability to adhere to quality, safety and infection control standards. (Required)
• Ability to manage personal growth, taking initiative to meet challenges within the team care environment. (Required)
• Effective prioritization skills. (Required)
• Familiarity with desktop computing tools, multi-line phone systems and insurance billing. (Preferred)

• PHMG Ambulatory Care Management:
  Ability to work in an independent and remote environment as position may be a hybrid of onsite and remote work.
• Ability to work from home in a secure environment free of distractions with appropriate high-speed connectivity.
• Valid drivers’ license. Responsibilities may include home visits as needed and/or travel to and from clinic sites at multiple locations.

• Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).
• Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.
• Push/Pull:
  Frequently up to 45 lbs. force (i.e., medical carts).
• Perform hands on CPR at least 20 mins using 100-125 lbs. of force (National Assoc. of EMS Physicians and AHA). Frequency should be seldom or occasionally.
• Ability to move around area with frequent sitting.
• Bending/ stooping/ squatting/ reaching/ kneeling frequently.
• Lifting (non-patient) up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 5 lbs. frequently.
• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
• Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment.
• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

Peace Health is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options;

tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

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For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.