LPN Case Manager

Position Summary
The LPN Case Manager supports safe and efficient patient transitions from hospital to home by combining clinical nursing skills with coordinated discharge planning. This role arranges home health services home IV antibiotics durable medical equipment and transportation while also addressing key social determinants of health such as housing food access and medication affordability. Working closely with RNs social workers providers and community partners the LPN Case Manager ensures patients receive the resources and support needed for optimal health.

Essential Duties

1. Coordinate home health services including outpatient services nursing PT/OT/SLP and supportive care.
2. Arrange home IV therapy including communication with infusion companies and verification of discharge readiness.
3. Identify potential barriers to discharge and escalate concerns to the RN or provider.
4. Screen patients for housing instability food insecurity transportation barriers and medication and co-pay assistance programs.
5. Connect patients and families with community resources shelters food banks housing programs Medicaid/financial assistance and medication assistance programs.
6. Coordinate transportation through insurance benefits rideshare partnerships non-emergent medical transport or community programs.
7. Serve as a liaison between the healthcare team home health agencies pharmacies infusion companies and community partners.
8. Participate in interdisciplinary rounds to update the team on patient needs progress and barriers.
9. Document coordination activities and resource referrals in Epic.
10. Ensure all discharge arrangements comply with CMS Joint Commission insurance and hospital policies.
11. Participate in performance improvement projects and ongoing education related to case management and Social Determinants of Health.

Other Duties

1. Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

1. Accountability:Accepts full responsibility for self and contribution as a team member; displays honesty and truthfulness; confronts problems quickly; displays a strong commitment to organizational success and inspires others to commit to goals; demonstrates a commitment to National Jewish Health.
2. Business Acumen: Using economic financial market and industry data to understand and improve business results; using ones understanding of major business functions industry trends and own organizations position to contribute to effective business strategies and tactics.
3. Collaboration/Teamwork: Cooperates with others to accomplish common goals; works with employees within and across his/her department to achieve shared goals; treats others with dignity and respect and maintains a friendly demeanor; values the contributions of others.
4. Customer Focus: Ensuring that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers and own organizations needs.
5. Peer Relationships: Interacts with others in a constructive positive and respectful manner regardless of individual differences. Assists team members or co-workers in achieving personal goals and completing assignments.

Supervisory or Managerial Responsibility
None

Travel
None

Core Values

1. Be available to work as scheduled and report to work on time.
2. Be willing to accept supervision and work well with others.
3. Be well groomed appropriately for your role and wear ID Badge visibly.
4. Be in compliance with all departmental and institutional policies the Employee Handbook Code of Conduct and completes NetLearning by due date annually.
5. Promotes a workplace culture based on mutual respect and merit where all individuals are treated fairly and provided with equal opportunity to contribute to the mission and goals of the institution.
6. Adheres to safe working practices and at all times follows all institutional and departmental safety policies and procedures.
7. Wears appropriate PPE as outlined by the infection control policies and procedures.
8. Demonstrates compliance with all state federal and all other regulatory agency requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Education: Licensed Professional Nurse (LPN) Required
2. Work Experience: 2 years experience as an LPN required. Case Management discharge planning and/or care coordination experience preferred.
3. Special Training Certification or Licensure: Current Colorado LPN license required. Current CPR/BLS certification required.

Salary Range:$27.54 - $36.42

Benefits
At National Jewish Health we recognize that our outstanding faculty and staff are the essence of our organization. For every aspect of health care our employees are our greatest asset. With that in mind we have designed a valuable comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and their families.

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage:Multiple Cigna health plans for Colorado regional office and remote employees. Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) available to pair with some plans.
• Paid Time Off:Generous PTO accruals to use for vacation and sick days and six paid holidays all compliant with Colorado state sick leave regulations.
• Dental & Vision Plans:Coverage effective the first of the month after hire.
• Retirement Savings:403(b) plan with employer contributions after two years.
• Wellness Incentives:Earn up to $200 annually for preventive health activities.
• Tuition Reimbursement:Up to $5250 annually for full-time and part-time employees.
• Child Care Assistance:Childcare Flex Spending Account (FSA) with annual employer contribution.
• Loan Forgiveness:Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.
• Disability & Life Insurance:Employer-paid plans and optional buy-up choices.
• Voluntary Benefits:Full suite of coverage options such as Accident Hospital Indemnity and Legal Plan
• Exclusive Discounts:Savings on local services insurance and RTD bus passes.