Nurse Care Coordinator (RN or LPN)
Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center·Red Wing, Minnesota
Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center·Red Wing, Minnesota
The Nurse Care Coordinator provides skilled nursing services and coordinates integrated medical and behavioral health care for consumers. Responsibilities include monitoring treatment plans, facilitating referrals, and ensuring compliance with clinical documentation standards.
Please note, this is a position for Red Wing/Wabasha.
Monitors progress of the person-centered or family centered Integrated Treatment Plan for all Psychiatric CCBHC consumers.
Coordinates care (routine, urgent, crisis) among primary healthcare, behavioral healthcare, dental, pharmacy, and specialty services inside and outside the agency, including, but not limited to: Scheduling and monitoring appointments Scheduling follow-up services and post-hospitalization appointments Lab work Prescription prior authorization, appeals, adherence Secure releases of information from past or current providers and obtains relevant information Facilitates and monitors internal and external treatment referrals.
Monitors progress in achieving goals to demonstrate improvement in the care and clinical outcome of the consumers receiving Psychiatric Nurse Care Coordination services.
Complete all clinical documentation related to the position within compliance with regulatory and agency requirements.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: Registered Nurse (RN) OR Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) able to practice in Minnesota.
Must meet minimum qualifications as outlined in MN Statute 245i.04: Sec.
245I.04 MN Statutes Knowledge of and ability to work effectively with persons who experience serious and persistent mental health problems.
Knowledge of mental health service delivery and case management principles with a treatment service continuum.
Knowledge of Federal, State and County laws and regulations which impact upon service delivery.
Ability to work successfully independently and as part of each consumer’s multi-disciplinary team.
Ability to work with diverse populations including age, gender, ethnicity, and cultural components of CCBHC consumers Skilled in planning, problem solving and decision-making.
Must be highly organized and creative with an ability to locate resources for clients as needed.
Exceptional organization and communication skills (oral and written).
Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
Must hold a current certificate in CPR/AED/First Aid or be willing to obtain.
Must possess a vehicle valid driver’s license and a willingness to travel as needed to client or organization locations throughout SE MN.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR POSITION: Must be able to move in a manner conducive to the execution of daily activities.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must communicate with others and exchange information.
The employee regularly operates equipment (listed below) on a daily basis.
Occasional bending and lifting of office materials may be required.
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director.
Including but not limited to: Telephone/cell phone, vehicle, computer, scanner, blood pressure cuff, thermometer, stethoscope, scale. WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center is committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment free from harassment, violence and discrimination.
Our inclusive work environment represents many different backgrounds, cultures and viewpoints.
The core values we live by include: integrity, respect, people focused, community focused, continuous improvement, compassion, partnership and collaboration, empowerment and financial stewardship.
All Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center owned facilities are smoke/drug free environments, with some exposure to excessive noise, dust and temperature.
The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of conditions at client sites.
Reports to: Community Based Care Coordination Director
Supervises: None
Position designation: Non-exempt, Full-time or Part-Time
This job description is subject to change at any time.
A background check is required as part of the hiring process. Depending on the role, applicants may also need to complete a Mental Health Practitioner Verification Form or Professional Conduct Inquiry Form.
Candidates must be a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensed to practice in Minnesota. The role requires knowledge of mental health service delivery, strong organizational skills, and the ability to travel to various client locations.
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