LIFE-NWPA is hiring: Case Manager (RN) in Erie

Case Manager - PACE Program

We're seeking a dedicated Case Manager to join our PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) team, at LIFE-NWPA. In this vital role, you'll be the linchpin in enhancing the quality of life for our participants through comprehensive care coordination. Knowledge and skill in how to successfully influence and persuade others by understanding how their individual needs and motivations link to goals is essential. If you possess strong initiative and self-direction and thrive on driving toward results by enrolling the commitment and buy-in of others, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough assessments of PACE participants' needs
• Develop and implement personalized care plans to improve overall wellbeing
• Coordinate a wide range of services to support participants' health and independence; Regularly meeting and pro-actively establishing relationships with new groups.
• Utilize your expertise in discharge planning to:
  • Predict continuing medical, physical, and emotional needs post-acute or skilled care
  • Create and execute comprehensive plans to address these needs
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic care
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of care plans, adjusting as needed

Ideal Candidate:

• Strong background in case management and geriatric care
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to navigate complex healthcare systems and advocate for participants
• Compassionate approach with a commitment to improving seniors' quality of life
• Possess the ability to understand, quickly react and motivate others to adapt to the changing organization environment is a critical key to success.
• Must be able to deal tactfully and patiently with personnel, participants, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the public.
• Critical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skills are essential for assessing participants’ needs and evaluating options and solutions.
• Organizational, time management and multitasking skills are needed to manage multiple cases, tasks, deadlines and priorities.

Education and Experience

• Registered nurse in the State of Pennsylvania
• At least three years of experience working as a registered nurse.
• Preferred bachelor’s degree in nursing
• Minimum of three years of case management experience
• Preferred Case Management Certification
• One year of experience working with the frail and elderly population or willing to complete Company paid training to meet this requirement
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work with geriatric patients and handle unusual interpersonal situations

Requirements:

• Requires valid State driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Successful completion of background check, physical, drug screening, TB Screening

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and move a minimum of 25 pounds
• Must be able to assist with the evacuation of Participants
• This position may encounter issues/infestations in the homes of the Participants. Following proper protocols is essential.

Company Overview:

The One Senior Care family of businesses, including LIFE-NWPA, Mountain View Pace and Cherry Blossom PACE, work as a team to help seniors stay safe, healthy, and independent in their homes and communities. We are a premier healthcare provider striving to provide excellent patient care beyond the traditional boundaries of medical insurance plans!

Schedule:

Standard operating hours are 8:00 am – 5:00 pm; Monday-Friday. Specific work hours will be established through discussions with your supervisor.

Hourly Wage:

$38 / hr.

Benefits:

• 9 Paid Holidays
• 3 Weeks and 1 Day of Paid Time Off Accrued from the Date of Hire for Full-Time Employees
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• Free Life and AD&D Insurance Plan
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Group Voluntary Term Life Insurance for Employee, Spouses, and Dependents
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Retirement Plan with Up to 5K Matching Annually / Vesting Schedule (Pre-taxable Savings)

Our organizations provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. It prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

The OSC family of businesses will only hire qualified individuals to work in a federally funded healthcare program. Please note that this excludes anyone convicted of a crime that could jeopardize the safety and well-being of the frail senior population that OSC/LIFE-NWPA/MVP/CBP serves. All individuals must disclose any conflicts of interest upon applying for a position and agree to a thorough background check when an employment offer is extended.

Employment Requirements: Successful completion of Pennsylvania Criminal History Check, PA DHS Child Abuse Clearance, Office of Inspector General check, and FBI Fingerprinting for Child Protective Services Law (at employer’s expense). Successful completion of post-offer employment drug screening and physical (at employer’s expense). CPR and First Aid Certification, or willing to obtain at employer’s expense. Individuals must have one year of prior experience caring for the frail elderly or willing to complete Company paid training to meet this requirement.

This position has full access to Participant, program, and staff records and reports, requiring discretion to protect individuals and the program.