Ambulatory Nurse Care Manager, Primary Care
Requisition ID: 2024-30940
Posted Date: 2 hours ago (10/7/2024 12:42 PM)
Posting Category: Nursing
Division: CARE MANAGEMENT
Work Type: Full Time
Work Hours: 8a-430p
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Broadway
Recruiter: Terry Worthington-Brown
Recruiter Email:
Thanks for your interest in Children's Mercy!
Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children's Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.
Children's Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City - a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children's health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.
Overview
The Ambulatory Nurse Care Manager, Primary Care is responsible for coordinating care for an identified population of at-risk and emerging risk patients followed in the primary care clinics. The Ambulatory Care Manager will follow the philosophies of case management to provide care coordination services in order to make sure that patients receive well-coordinated care along the health care continuum and promote quality care through appropriate, cost effective interventions. The Ambulatory Care Manager will promote preventative care and address condition specific needs of the patient population. This position requires problem-solving, communication with patients, providers and ancillary staff and clinical expertise to address the patient's barriers to care.
At Children's Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.
Additionally, it's important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children's Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.
Responsibilities
- Provides care management and coordination of services for patients utilizing the case management process.
- Maintains timely documentation in the EHR to enhance communication and collaboration across the healthcare system.
- Supports the standards of the Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH).
- Meets the educational needs of the patient and family and advocates for their needs.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree BSN and 3-5 years experience in primary care.
- One of the following: Licensed RN - MO, Registered Nurse Multistate License Missouri required upon hire.
- Licensed RN - Kansas, Registered Nurse Multistate License Kansas required within 90 days.
- One of the following: Certified Case Manager, American Case Management required within 2 years.
- Refer to Nursing and Advanced Practice Provide Licensure and Certification policy for required Life Support Certifications Required Upon Hire.
- Specialty Certification relevant to unit's patient population (determined by Nurse Manager/Director).
Benefits at Children's Mercy
The benefits plans at Children's Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families. Learn more about Children's Mercy benefits.
Starting Pay
Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $36.75/hr, but your salaried offer will be determined based upon your education and experience.
Remote Work/Work from Home
This position is not eligible to work remotely, which means that the person hired will be required to work onsite at one of our Children's Mercy locations and may not work from home.
EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet
Children's Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children's Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
CM is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our patients and families come from all walks of life, and so do we. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.
If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, languages spoken, veteran status, color, religion, disability and beliefs.
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