RESPONSIBILITES:
1. Responsible for the direct provision of Care Management services including:
A. Conducting an assessment utilizing the Care Management Unit’s
standardized assessment document on the elderly in the home, hospital,
assisted living, or nursing home setting.
B. Care plan development and implementation.
C. Monitoring the delivery of services.
D. Providing a level of advocacy to clients that assure access to services, and sufficient knowledge to make informed and appropriate choices.
2. Provide for public awareness of Care Management services through public speaking, attending local meetings, and health fairs.
3. Attend staff meetings as required, unless excused by Elder Care Coordinator, and assist in planning and providing in-services to other Care Management contractors.
4. Maintain ongoing relationships with other health and human service providers.
5. Maintain client confidentiality.
6. Responsible for complying with all policies and procedures of the Care Management Unit.
7. Responsible for assisting the Elder Care Coordinator in the implementation of a quality assurance program.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Must be a currently licensed registered nurse in the state of Nebraska, or a baccalaureate or graduate degree in the human service field, or certification under the Nebraska social work law; and have at least two years experience in long term care, gerontology, or community health. A background check is required through Adult Protective Services and other agencies.
80-90 hours per month.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Education:
Experience:
- working in gerontology, long-term care, or community health: 2 years (Required)
Location:
Work Location: Remote
