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Position Summary:The Care Manager Assistant - LPN assists with the coordination of the patient's care and services. Promotes quality care using a collaborative process that coordinates, monitors, and evaluates services according to the needs of and interpersonal contact with patients. in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements:
Must possess a nursing diploma (associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing)
Must be currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active nurse (LPN) license in good standing throughout employment.
One (1) year of clinical experience in post-acute care setting preferred
Prior case management, utilization review, and discharge planning experience preferred
Specific Job Requirements:
Must be able to generate written communication that is clear, concise, and well-organized
Must have excellent organizational skills and be efficient in prioritizing and managing time and assignments
Must contribute to the organization's goals and objectives and support the organizational strategic plans
Must have expert knowledge in field of practice
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Must be knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post-acute care facility
Must have the ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
Must perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: general manager duties, patient rights, and safety and sanitation
Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Must understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
Essential Functions:
Must be able to demonstrate efficient use of relevant computer systems including but not limited to the ability to enter and retrieve data
Must be able to serve as liaison to external case managers, family, physicians, and community resources
Must have the ability to train and education patients, families, associates, and other providers of care
Must implement the standards of practice for care management, ethical performance, and functions relevant to coordination of care
Must exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
Must be able to assist in the evacuation of patients
Must demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
Must be able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
Must be able to communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
Must be able to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
An Equal Opportunity Employer
