RN Care/Case Manager/NORTHERN VIRGINIA ONLY

Company Overview

Caring Considerations is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for older adults and their families. We achieve this through a multi-faceted approach that includes expert Aging Life Care® management, personalized consultations tailored to individual needs, and comprehensive education programs designed to inform and empower. Our expert advocacy ensures that the voices of older adults are heard, and their rights are protected. Additionally, our thoughtful decision support provides families with the guidance they need to make informed choices. By addressing every aspect of aging, we strive to create a supportive, enriching, and dignified experience for all those we serve. (Caring Considerations follows the Standards and Ethics of the Aging Life Care® Association.)

Summary

Residency Near Arlington, McLean or Alexandria (NoVA) is required.

We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse Care/Case Manager to join our healthcare CONSULTING team. This is a professional PART TIME employee position for Virginia licensed RNs only. We will also consider/accept LCSW, PTs, OTs and SLPs. Caring Considerations is a well-respected, established Aging Life Care™ Management (aka geriatric care/case management) company. This is NOT home care.

HOURS: This FLEXIBLE part-time position is NOT conducive to having another job. The position offers excellent scheduling flexibility. Client billable client hours range from 10-25 a week and can vary. Client load ranges between 5-15. Work is during business hours, but client emergencies require being available 24/7 occasionally. Your seasoned collaborative Team support is ALWAYS available for the infrequent client emergency response. A Northern Virginia residence (in your home office) is mandatory. Sorry, this is not a remote position.

EDUCATION/SKILLS:

Virginia Licensed Registered Nurse (RN, PT, OT, SLP) in Virginia with a minimum of two years’ experience working with older adults in a clinical or home-based environment. Home Health Care experience is very valuable.

_ TYPICAL DAY: Client Dr. appointment advocacy; scheduling, medication oversight; consulting about home safety; care coordination/options during a transition from Hospital to Rehab to Home; family caregiver coaching, ongoing assessment of client needs; suggesting resources such as daily money management, home health care, hospice, etc. etc._

REQUIRED SKILLS INCLUDE:

· Compassion and empathy for older adults and their families.

· Up-to-date technology knowledge is a must.

· Ability to honor client choices. Providing guidance.

· Excellent communication skills with various professionals, ages, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds via phone, email (writing) & personal contact

· Sense of urgency in a crisis. Responsive, Prompt, Reliable

· A desire to work in a mostly autonomous, consultative position that leads to improving the quality of life of others.

· Develop care plans

· Medical advocacy. Dr. visits. Medication Management

· Knowledge of dementia

· Family caregiver coaching

· Ability to lift transportation DME (

· Provide client transportation on a limited basis with manager approval

· Ability to research, solve problems, juggle and coordinate tasks.

· Some knowledge of community-based services and resources for older adults through private and public entities is very helpful

· Ability to discern appropriate care manager roles and responsibilities vs. other disciplines. Understand boundaries.

· Fiduciary responsibility and respect for clients and their families

· Participate in a care management team including weekly client video review meetings

· WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Your Home Office and client homes, senior/assisted living, hospitals, SNFs.

· NO hands-on personal, medical care is provided to clients.

· Background check required

· On-call approximately 7 weekends/holidays per year.

As a PART TIME non-exempt employee, you are provided with the following:

Hourly rate, paid bi-weekly

Paid Time Off

Workman’s Compensation

Microsoft Office 365 Suite

24/7 back up client coverage

Coaching, mentoring and documentation for National Academy of Professional Geriatric Care Managers to prepare for the Care Manager Certified (CMC) Exam if desired

Call-To-Action If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of older adults, we invite you to apply today and become a vital part of our caring team!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $65.00 per hour

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Work Location: On the road