Job Description

RN CASE MANAGER

Linda Manor Extended Care Northampton, MA (Onsite) Part-Time

Job Details

The primary purpose of this position is to plan, organize, develop, and
coordinate Medicaid programs. Works closely with clinical and administrative staff
regarding Medicare admissions. Responsible for resident chart audits and reports to Nursing Administration.

Essential Job Functions:

Acts as a staff resource for Medicaid questions.
Communicates effectively to staff, residents, and families.
Conducts weekly MMQ chart audits for residents.
Insures that MMQ's are completed per regulations.
Analyze MMQ statistics and advises Administrator and staff.
Prepares reports for Medicaid reimbursement and provides updates/corrections.
Provides in-services regarding Medicaid program requirements.
Routinely monitors staff charting and notes to ensure compliance with family

Job Requirements:

Must possess, as a minimum, an RN Nursing Degree from an accredited college, or be a
graduate of an approved nursing program in Massachusetts.
Must have good working knowledge of Medicaid. Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a nurse in this state.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, & be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level at which they are currently functioning.