RN Ambulatory Care Manager
Company: Mercy Health
Location: Youngstown
Posted on: January 24, 2023
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Job Description:
Thank you for considering a career at Mercy HealthMust be
located near Youngstown, OHSummaryIn the capacity of a Registered
Nurse, the Ambulatory Care Manager will provide clinical care
management services to identified eligible patients; coordinating
care to obtain desired health outcomes, improve self-care
abilities, and decrease unnecessary cost of care. Perform
standardized comprehensive needs assessment, identifying and
addressing barriers to care and aligning patients with available
benefits and resources. Collaborate with patient, provider and care
team to develop and implement a plan of care to ensure medically
appropriate cost-effective care.Essential Job FunctionsUtilize
Motivational Interviewing techniques as a patient-centered approach
to activate patients in self-management of their chronic conditions
with the goal of improved symptom management and interruption of a
negative disease trajectoryMaintain a caseload of patients
according to department policies.Identify, enroll and manage
patients in program for Transitions of Care/Complex Case
Management/Chronic Disease Management.Develop and implement care
plans to maximize healthcare outcomes and facilitate wellness with
periodic review and update according to department
protocols.Perform medication review and teach-back to ensure
patient understanding and ability to adhere to medical
regimen.Collaborate with PCPs, Specialists, and Hospitalists to
effectively implement a patient-centered care plan.Perform patient
outreach according to established protocols and document in
electronic medical record.Identify, execute, and track needed
referrals to care and community resources.Provide resource
management to improve care, patient experience and reduce
unnecessary cost and utilization: right care, right place, right
time.Assist patient in advanced care planning to complete Advanced
Directives.Document all communications with patient and/or care
team in electronic medical record.This document is not an
exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties,
requirements, or working conditions associated with the job.
Employees may be required to perform other job related duties as
required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable
accommodation.Patient PopulationThe following must be included in
all position descriptions that involve direct or indirect patient
care. This is a JCAHO requirement. Also select the age of the
patient population served:Demonstrates the knowledge and skills
necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients
served on his or her assigned unit.Demonstrates knowledge of the
principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses
the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and
interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each
patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs
and to provide the care needed as described in departmental
policies and procedures.Neonates (0-4 weeks)Adolescents (13-17
years)Infant (1-12 months)Adults (18-64 years).Pediatrics (1-12
years)Geriatrics (65 years and older)Not applicable to this
position.Employment QualificationsEducation Qualifications
-Required Minimum Education: Associate's DegreeSpecialty/Major:
NursingPreferred Education: Bachelor's DegreeSpecialty/Major:
Nursing (BSN)Licensing/ Certification -Licensure/Certification
Required: Registered Nurse with active License in State of Patient
CareLicensure/Certification Preferred: Case Management
certificationMinimum QualificationsMinimum Years and Type of
Experience: 2-3 years acute care, home health or case management
experienceOther Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Excellent
interpersonal communication and negotiation skills. Strong
analytical, data management and computer skills.Other Knowledge,
Skills and Abilities Preferred: Demonstrated success in improving
the health of a distinct population of patients in the ambulatory
or community settingIV.Working ConditionsThis section addresses the
physical environment in which the employee will perform the
work.Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may
occur.Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10%
travel.General office environment.May be exposed to high noise
levels and bright lights.May be exposed to physical altercations
and verbal abuse.May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or
body fluids. May be required to use physical restraints.May be
exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.
May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust,
wind, etc.May have periods of constant interruptions.Required to
car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather
conditions.Prolonged periods of working alone.Other: Click or tap
here to enter text. Individuals in this position are required to
exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment
and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection
control.V.Physical RequirementsPhysical
DemandsFrequency0%1-33%34-66%67-100%Lifting/ Carrying (0-50
lbs.)Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.)Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.)Push/
Pull (50-100 lbs.)Stoop, KneelCrawlingClimbingBalanceBendingWork
PositionSittingWalkingStandingVI.Additional Physical Requirements/
HazardsPhysical RequirementsHazardsSelect if a physical requirement
for this job.Select if a potential hazard for this job.Manual
dexterity (eye/hand coordination)Depth perceptionPerform shift
workUse of Latex GlovesManeuver weight of patientsExposure to
toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergentsHear alarms/telephone/tape
recorderExposure to moving mechanical partsReach above
shoulderExposure to dust/fumesRepetitive arm/hand movementsExposure
to potential electrical shockFinger DexterityExposure to x
ray/electromagnetic energyColor VisionExposure to high pitched
noisesAcuity - farGaseous risk exposureAcuity - nearOther: Click or
tap here to enter text.Mercy Health is an equal opportunity
employer.Many of our opportunities reward your hard work
with:Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision
plansPrescription drug coverageFlexible spending accountsLife
insurance w/AD&DEmployer contributions to retirement savings
plan when eligiblePaid time offEducational AssistanceAnd much more
Benefits offerings vary according to employment statusScheduled
Weekly Hours:40Work Shift:Days/Evenings (United States of
America)Department:Care Coordination - Population Health Service
OrganizationAll applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, national origin,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic
information, or protected veteran status, and will not be
discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to
view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for
Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin,
Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are
Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email .
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to
request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment
selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team
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