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Brookdale

RN Case Manager-Assisted Living

Brookdale, Loveland, Colorado, United States, 80538

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Overview

RN Case Manager-Assisted Living role at Brookdale. RN Case Manager needed for our Assisted Living Communities in Loveland and Longmont. This will oversee residents\' needs and provide an extra level of care. Responsibilities

The RN Care Manager serves as a liaison among Brookdale teams, residents, families, and healthcare providers within our communities, promoting coordination, communication, and collaboration at Brookdale’s HealthPlus communities. Identify, coordinate, communicate, and implement services essential for enhancing residents\' quality of life and achieving an optimal level of wellness. Work closely with primary and specialty care providers to formulate resident-specific care plans and ensure delivery of medically necessary services aligns with care plans. Act as a resident advocate, identifying and improving service delivery, closing gaps in care, and understanding key interventions and care protocols relevant to treating residents in place. Educate and explain Brookdale\'s care pathways as determined by individual diagnosis and healthcare needs. Monitor and communicate quality performance measures; assist with training and education of teams to ensure quality outcomes for residents. Collaborate with providers and external healthcare entities such as managed care coordinators and insurance providers to coordinate resources and supplies for resident needs. Review current residents\' medical diagnoses to identify care needs; assess health, functional, and psycho-social status of residents. Coordinate services required to enhance wellness and manage chronic conditions. Collaborate with hospice, palliative, and home health services/therapy as indicated. Provide advanced care planning education to residents and families; ensure completed Advanced Care Plans and communicate with providers to ensure care delivery aligns with plans; participate in CCR and care conferences. Provide resources for residents and families to make informed healthcare decisions and advocate for benefits and opportunities available (IE-SNP plans or other benefits). Apply quality improvement methodology to analyze, enhance, and manage outcomes; collaborate with Health and Wellness Directors to ensure compliance with service plans and value-based outcomes. Provide oversight, coordination, and family communication during hospitalization and rehab stays; ensure return to the community when appropriate. Communicate information promptly to appropriate care providers regarding health changes, needs, risks, and concerns. Facilitate continuity of care for residents receiving home health, hospice, and other third-party services. Complete documentation as required by Brookdale or state regulatory agencies. Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Graduate from Accredited Nursing School and a minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience required. Knowledge of value-based care models is preferred. Experience working in SNF and HH environments preferred. Previous Care Management, Case Management, or Care Coordination preferred. Certifications, Licenses, And Other Special Requirements

RN license required. Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Standing Walking Sitting Use hands and fingers to handle or feel Reach with hands and arms Stoop, kneel, crouch crawl Ability to lift up to 50 pounds Vision Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage On-Call on an as needed basis Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections Potential injury from transferring, repositioning, or lifting residents Exposure to latex Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens Possible exposure to various drugs, chemicals, infectious, or biological hazards Subject to injury from falls, burns, odors, or cuts from equipment Requires Travel: Frequently Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. About Us

Brookdale is a nationwide company with a focus on gracious hospitality, home-like settings, and supportive communities. Extensive corporate support including a robust training program. Seniority level

Mid-Senior level Employment type

Full-time Job function

Health Care Provider Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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