| Department: | Care Management |
| Region: | Richardson, TX |
| Location: | Richardson, TX |
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Care Manager (RN/LPN) to join our team at Pediatric Home Service (PHS). The purpose of this role is to provide comprehensive care coordination for our pediatric clients and their families, ensuring positive outcomes, optimal healthcare utilization, and seamless communication between healthcare providers and community stakeholders
JOB DETAILS:
Collaborate with families, medical teams, ancillary providers, and community resources to facilitate effective communication and optimal care for pediatric patients.
Steward healthcare resources and family benefit plans to ensure financial and care efficiency.
Assess and evaluate the service and resource needs of assigned patients and their families.
Research and recommend services, therapies, or equipment to improve patient outcomes.
Coordinate patient care by working with staff to plan and attend care conferences, ensuring that the patient’s needs are met in accordance with physician orders and PHS policies.
Compile patient information for case management and outcome reporting, including results of clinical interventions.
Serve as a resource to patients, families, and clinical staff to address clinical, community, and psychosocial needs.
Review and write policies and procedures related to patient care and education.
Ensure satisfaction and compliance with patient care by working closely with referral sources.
Communicate additional resources (e.g., transportation) to patients and caregivers and coordinate services as necessary.
Administrative Responsibilities:
Participate in departmental and corporate quality improvement activities to improve overall care quality.
Attend staff meetings and contribute to discussions regarding improvements and claims data reviews with PHS leadership.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university, or 1-2 years related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Licenses/Certifications:
CPR Certification
Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse licensed by the State Board of Nursing (or equivalent clinical licensure)
Preferred Qualifications:
Background in social work or a social work degree.
Experience in EHR, homecare, home health, infusion, complex rehab, or pediatric advocacy groups.
THE COMPANY
Pediatric Home Service is a pediatric home health agency that has provided high quality DME and nursing services to children that are medically fragile since 1990. Our services allow our clients to remain and thrive in their homes, schools, and communities. The majority of the clients we serve are age’s birth through 21 years old and have a variety of technologies that might include a trach, ventilator or g-tube.
BENEFITS:
We look forward to learning more about you & the skills you can bring to Pediatric Home Service!
Pediatric Home Service is an equal opportunity employer; we are committed to affirmative action and equal employment opportunities for all regardless of protected veteran status, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation or identity, disability, age, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance. #DME123