RN Case Manager / Recertification Nurse - Home Health Agency (FT or PT)

Home Care Network, Inc

Jackson, OH 45640, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Healthcare

Job Description

Home Care Network, Inc. (HCN) is a nurse-owned and locally led home health agency, which means our patients' care and wellbeing - not profits - come first. For our employees - it also means that our agency is an environment that nurses and caregivers thrive in, allowing us to handpick the best care team members to be your peers and delight our clients. Together, we can empower Ohioans with the independence they deserve - while you make a difference with an agency where you matter.

To support our growth and the increasing volume of client care in Ohio, we are seeking a highly skilled, experienced, accountable, and self-motivated home health RN Case Manager (RNCM) / Recertification Nurse to join our agency and serve existing and returning clients throughout southeastern Ohio. This position requires travel to several counties but offers a consistent schedule to fit your personal / family commitments (no overnight shifts or travel).

Exact service areas are flexible, with common locations including:

Adams, Brown, Highland, Clinton, and Fayette Counties
Jackson, Vinton, Pike, Scioto, and Gallia Counties
Highland, Adams, Fayette, Ross, and Pike Counties
Athens, Hocking, Perry, Vinton, and Washington Counties
Coshocton, Fairfield, Knox, Licking, and Muskingum Counties

This is a long-term employment opportunity that can be built for one Full-time (preferred) or multiple Part-time nurses to fit your schedule - whether that's:

as a 2nd job (working around your primary schedule)
as a consistent Part-Time position
starting at Part-Time and increasing to Full-Time in the first 30-60 days
as a Full-Time, primary employment position (requires occasional travel up to 2 hours from home)
as a Full-Time position with a defined path for advancement within 1-2 years (to RNCM, Assistant Program Administrator, Nursing Supervisor, or other)
as a PT or FT position for an experienced Case Manager looking to step back into or out of the industry/workplace with reduced headaches
any self-motivated home health RN looking to gain on-the-job Case Management training and experience and/or work in a consistent, professional role with autonomy, flexibility, and work-life balance!

Full-time employees are eligible for PTO, health + dental + vision coverage, generous New Employee & Client referral bonuses, quarterly awards and bonuses, career advancement, and more.

Pay is weekly, either at an hourly rate or negotiated salary (with minimum # recerts required per week).
Typical travel distances include a 60-90-minute radius daily (or less) + up to 2 hours on occasion, with the option for Overtime as available (not required).
Opportunities for advancement into Administrative, QA & Compliance, and other leadership positions are available over time (though not required).

Part-time employees are eligible for generous New Employee & Client referral bonuses, quarterly awards and bonuses, career advancement, and more.

Pay is hourly, every week.
Typical travel distances include up to a 1-hour radius daily (or less) + additional hours for further distances as willing / available.
Opportunities to evolve into a full-time position is available after 90 days if desired (not required).

More about the role:

Exact travel locations and daily shifts are customizable based on your availability and willingness to travel.
- Typical hours are between Monday - Friday (weekdays) during the day (8am - 5pm).
- Round-trip / Door-to-Door mileage reimbursement provided.
Typical visits take place during a standard 8am - 5pm weekday schedule, however many clients attend school and cannot be seen until 3-5pm, so this role requires visits occasionally outside of this schedule.
Services include starts of care (SOC), recertifications, resumptions of care (ROC), and other assessments and services, as well as new hire orientations and supervisory reviews. *Services may also require a few weekly visits.
At least 2 years of experience in home health is required.
- Must have experience with OASIS and NON-OASIS assessments.

Other Perks:

Flexible, customizable schedules.
Autonomy in a positive, client-centered culture, with excellent Quality and Compliance support + training for all caregivers and clinicians.
No On-Call requirements / No Overnight shifts required.
Weekend services may be optional but are not required.
All RNs are eligible for generous referral bonuses, quarterly awards and bonuses, career advancement, and other perks.
Salaried staff are eligible with bonus opportunities, PTO, health insurance, and other benefits.

Compensation:

Hourly: starting at $35/hr
Annual Salary (+ PTO): negotiable based on agreed-upon minimum recertifications per week

Job Summary
As an RN Recertification Nurse, you will be instrumental in coordinating, re-evaluating and confirming the medical necessity of continued home health care services for our patients, and providing patient care and ensuring optimal outcomes.

With core skills in managed care, patient assessments and compliance, client care and treatment plan documentation, and discharge planning, you will oversee patient services and provide expert nursing care.
You will submit updated documentation of the patient's condition and ongoing care needs timely and within compliance of all state, federal, and agency guidelines.
You will ensure the successful communication with and between our physicians, our agency staff, service administrators, other caregivers and clinicians, and the client + his/her family.

Reports to: Regional Program Administrator, or Clinical Administrator/Director of Nursing

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
Minimum of 1 year experience as a Registered Nurse, with an active RN License / ability to practice in the State of Ohio.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in home health agency or equivalent setting.
CPR and First Aide Certifications required (or can be obtained prior to hire date through our agency or accredited third parties).
Experience with OASIS and NON-OASIS assessments is also required.
Strong background in nursing, patient care, and confidentiality.
Strong attendance and dependability track record with previous employers.
Desirable character traits: reliable, honest beyond reproach, professional, compassionate, detail-oriented (in care + documentation), accountable, friendly and accommodating, respectful, and positive.
Familiarity with HIPAA regulations and medical terminology.
Current Driver's License and reliable transportation.
Willingness to travel to clients in multiple counties.

Why HCN? Home Care Network, Inc. is a leading home health care agency with an excellent reputation as an employer and provider of care throughout Ohio and Indiana since 1993, with headquarters in Dayton, OH, and regional offices across both states.

Being "nurse-owned" means that the decisions on how the agency operates are made by leaders who have been in your role and in this industry for decades.
All of our Regional Administrators are experienced RNs, which we think helped us earn a top spot as a "2024 Best Health Care Companies based in Dayton, OH" from Zippia Career Experts.

Join our team of dedicated clinicians and care professionals! Make a difference in our patients' lives and take your career in a positive direction.

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