Nurse Care Manager-Primary Care (RN)

Department Kootenai Clinic - Family Medicine - CdA Ironwood Responsible for managing patient populations with chronic illness and/or multiple co-morbidities. Responsibilities: Works in coordination with primary care provider and collaborates with multiple care team members to serve as the point person to an empaneled patient population Assists in designing and implementing planned care interventions through a combination of evidence-based guidelines/pathways and individual care planning consistent with patient preferences and functional/lifestyle goals Assists in managing care for the identified patient population across the continuum of care Provides leadership and continuity of care guidance for patients with chronic diseases and/or complex disease states Engages patient and family to educate, counsel and coach related to patient’s diagnosis, pathology, medical and nursing treatment plans, discharge needs and health goals Uses the Nursing Process to identify potential or actual problems that could lead to an emergency/crisis situation and takes appropriate action to mitigate, including potential barriers to care Supports patient self-management utilizing patient activation activities Advocates for patients in all settings of car Keeps all members of the care team informed Updates plan of care in collaboration with the patient and care team members Seeks out new information that impacts care and ensures it is entered into the medical record and assessed by care team members; updates plan of care accordingly Maintains complete documentation of all critical and essential aspects of medical history and information in the patient’s record Performs all duties in a manner which promotes team concepts and reflects the mission, vision and values of Kootenai Health Performs other related duties as assigned Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned Requirements and Minimum Qualifications: State of Idaho Registered Nurse or licensure pending as documented by temporary licensure OR current RN licensure from a state participating in the "multistate privilege to practice" compact with Idaho. BSN or higher nursing degree required Certification in relevant nursing area preferred BCLS by a KH approved provider Previous experience in caring for chronic disease patients required. 3 years’ experience in clinical or community health settings preferred. Previous Care Coordination, Case Management or Home Health experience preferred. Knowledge of quality and financial outcomes of patient care processes preferred. Demonstrates evidence of essential leadership, communication, education, collaboration, and counseling skills. Proficient in communication technologies (email, cell phone, etc.). Effective organizational skills and demonstrates ability to maintain accurate notes and records. Previous experience with health IT systems and data reports preferred. Previous experience with mobilizing community resources, navigating patients through the healthcare continuum, and working with disparate populations preferred. Ability to identify and implement appropriate patient communication strategies and overcome accessibility barriers, as required Working Conditions: Must be able to maintain a sitting position Typical equipment used in an office job Ability to lift up to 35 pounds Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend About Kootenai Health: Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider. As your next employer, we are excited to offer you: Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1 st of the month following 30 days of employment. Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent. Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more Robust and interactive employee referral program And much more If you strive to be an integral part of a high-quality healthcare system like Kootenai Health, we want to meet you! Apply today! You can also contact the HR Front Desk at 208-625-4620 or email

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