Nurse Care Manager-Per Diem (Contract Role)

Position Overview

Are you a mission-driven nurse looking to go beyond assessments and advocate for the independence and health equity of your members? We know you have many employment choices.  Let us share why you should consider joining the team of nurses at Independence Care System! 

·       Our nurses are passionate about their work and have the freedom and flexibility to make a real impact in the lives of our members.

·       ICS is an award-winning organization doing innovative work to support the needs of adults with physical disabilities.

·       The average tenure of an ICS nurse is 11 years, our most recent nursing vacancy was way back in 2017, and our longest-serving nurse is in her 23rd year on the team. 

·       We offer a flexible work schedule and an engaging, family-oriented culture where your voice will be heard, and your expertise respected.

As part of the Care Management team, the Nurse Care Manager collaborates with members to build a Person-Centered Service Plan (PCSP) that is based on a comprehensive assessment and is aimed at improving and maintaining health, mobility, and community participation. This work is carried out in support of the mission and goals of Independence Care System.

Essential Functions

1.    On a annual basis, and after a significant change in condition, perform a comprehensive in-home assessment which reflects the member’s prior history, functional capacity, and stability of health—including chronic diseases/conditions, treatment plans, current providers, and the member’s identified areas of priority concerns.

2.     Develop a Person-Centered Service Plan (PCSP) with SMART interventions and goals, which is based on the assessment findings, the member’s preferences and priorities, and aims to maximize health, mobility, and community participation.

3.     Participate with Care Navigators and other team/staff members with case conferences as needed

4.     Completes documentation thoroughly and in a timely fashion.

The salary range for this position is $125.00 per Assessment.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

·        Associate's Degree (if accompanied by extensive visiting nurse experience) or bachelor's in nursing.

·        Registered Nurse currently licensed to practice in New York State.

·        Experience in conducting and documenting assessment findings and recommendations.

·        Highly self-motivated with the ability to manage time independently.

Additional Qualifications

·        Experience with Medicaid population and/or persons with physical disabilities a plus.

·        Knowledge of health care and disability issues and systems preferred.

·        UAS experience (preferred)