Patient Care Manager

The Patient Care Manager (PCM) is responsible for the episode of care for the assigned team patient census with a

focus on direct management and leadership of associated team (Clinical Support Specialist & Field Clinicians).

Job Description

As a Patient Care Manager, you will

Responsible for communication & coordination of care needs reported by case managers (driveway calls).Ensure schedules are updated, continuity of care for patient episode is present, and that quality care is delivered by the clinical care team.Facilitate Case Conference and be responsible for follow-up action related to case conference, stand up, and stand down meetings.Coach and mentorship of clinicians and CSS role – including monthly 1:1 session to address development needs and hold accountable to role specific Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Support development of new hires and tenured employees.Responsible for voluntary attrition of assigned team, acting as the main point of contact for support and working develop solutions to potential personnel concerns.Supervising and directing the work of all team members, assigning of admit and evaluation visits, scheduling visits and ensuring staff are completing visits in a timely mannerManage the site in the absence of the Clinical Manager or Executive Director or AdministratorManaging and overseeing clinical and administrative and recordkeeping functionsResponding to phone referral/inquiries in a timely, professional, and compassionate mannerParticipate in on-call nursing schedule and providing direct skilled bedside nursing care in patients homes

Requirements Of Qualified Candidates

Registered nurse with current licensure to practice nursing in the practicing statePossess and maintain CPR certificationPrevious experience in home care setting with two years management or supervisory experience, preferredProven ability to work within an interdisciplinary settingMust be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured and in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working orderKnowledge of accepted professional standards and practice, Medicare Conditions of Participation, and federal, state, and local regulatory requirementsDemonstrates excellent observation, nursing judgment, and communication skills