SoCal Nurse Case Managers (RN or LVN) - Multiple Openings LA area

Nurse Case Manager (RN or LVN) - Managed Care
Greater Los Angeles Area

*** Multiple Openings with Multiple Organizations in several locations around the greater LA area!! ***

*** Openings for Permanent, Contract, or Contract to Hire!!  Available as Inpatient & Outpatient, Complex & Traditional, even ACO CM openings!! ***

Openings in:
San Fernando, CA
Northridge, CA
Monterey Park, CA
Covina, CA
Ontario, CA
San Bernardino, CA
*And Bonus - San Diego, CA

  *** Additional Case Management Leadership Positions Available in the LA area! - Supervisors, Managers, and Directors Needed! ***

$$ Know someone who might be a fit? Send them our way and get up to $1,000 if they are hired! $$

Job Summary:
 
As a member of the medical management team, the Nurse Case Manager plays an integral part in the coordination of care assessing the member’s condition and providing them the necessary resources, options, and coordination for a healthy care outcome. The primary responsibility of the Nurse Case Manager is to coordinate and monitor the care of Health Plan members and develop a nursing plan of care. They will participate in interdisciplinary conferences to review clinical assessments, update care plans and determine follow-up frequency. The Case Manager also acts as an advocate for members and their families linking them to other members of the care team to help them gain knowledge of their disease process and to identify community resources for continued growth toward a maximum level of independence.  This position is telephonic in nature, primarily coordinating outpatient care with out-of-network/ out-of-area providers and members.
 
Position Description:
 
The Nurse Case Manager will serve the daily case management needs of members. This includes administering all provider resources through the care continuum, from the initial referral through discharge and ensuring compliance with the plan of care. They will collaborate effectively with an interdisciplinary team to establish an individualized plan of care for members. A strong emphasis is placed on Wellness, Disease Management and patient/member education to ensure compliance with the plan of care and prevention of complications with various ailments. The Case Manager will develop interventions and processes to assist the Health Plan member in meeting short and long term plan of care goals.  They will coordinate and attend member visits with PCP and specialists as needed. Communication of patient needs will be conducted through timely and accurate data entry into designated care management applications. The Case Manager will participate in the development of appropriate QI processes, establishing and monitoring indicators. Utilizing their knowledge of health plan benefits and provider network including inclusions and exclusions in contract terms, the Nurse will help guide physicians in their awareness of preferred contracts, providers, and facilities. They will coordinate the approved services with all provider staff under the specific direction of the Medical Director or Manager of Medical Management.
 

Qualifications:
 
Requires a valid, unrestricted state Nursing license (RN or LVN).
Certification in Case Management (CCM) and Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) is preferred.
Minimum 3-5 years’ experience at a health plan/IPA/HMO or in an acute care setting. (Mix of both preferred).
Minimum 1 year experience with, case management, care coordination, pre-authorization, utilization review, utilization management and/or discharge planning.
Computer literacy (MS Office) and typing skills are necessary.
Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to interact within the organization as well as with external contacts.
Must be able to prioritize, plan, and handle multiple tasks/demands simultaneously.

 
The Reward:
 
EXCELLENT BENEFITS AND HIGHLY COMPETITIVE SALARY OFFERED!
Work with an exceptional organization focused exclusively on promoting the health care and quality of life for its members.  The forward-looking health plan has a demonstrated passion for finding innovative ways to enhance member’s ability to manage their own health.

*** Multiple Openings with Multiple Organizations in several locations around the greater LA area!! ***

*** Openings for Permanent, Contract, or Contract to Hire!!  Available as Inpatient & Outpatient, Complex & Traditional, even ACO CM openings!! ***

Openings in:
San Fernando, CA
Northridge, CA
Monterey Park, CA
Covina, CA
Ontario, CA
San Bernardino, CA
*And Bonus - San Diego, CA

  *** Additional Case Management Leadership Positions Available in the LA area! - Supervisors, Managers, and Directors Needed! ***

$$ Know someone who might be a fit? Send them our way and get up to $1,000 if they are hired! $$