TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Case Manager RN in Bethel, Alaska, 99559!
Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) Public Health Case Manager
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Pediatric
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Day Shift
Hours per Shift: 32 guaranteed hours
Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience as an RN or in a public health-related field.
License: Current RN licensure required.
Certifications: Current BLS certification required; ACLS and PALS recommended.
Must-Have: Diploma, Associate of Applied Science, or Associate’s Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Master of Science in Nursing preferred.
Description:
The Registered Nurse Public Health Case Manager oversees comprehensive case management for individuals requiring public health care.
This includes well-child checkups, immunizations, tuberculosis and other infectious disease screenings, and management of chronic health conditions.
The role entails training Community Health Aides and Practitioners to competently administer public health testing, examinations, and immunizations.
The Case Manager provides education on topics related to immunizations, chronic care, preventive health examinations, and diagnostic testing.
Responsibilities include participating in the design, execution, monitoring, quality assurance, and assessment of public health programs.
The incumbent is expected to travel to various locations to render services and provide on-site instruction.
The Case Manager is required to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
Additionally, the Case Manager assists in providing instruction during Health Aide Training events for clinical staff.
Other duties include coordinating with other healthcare providers and maintaining accurate records of patient interactions.
The Case Manager must stay updated with the latest public health knowledge and apply this knowledge to improve patient outcomes.
Knowledge and experience with pediatrics is required.
Experience in teaching and working in cross-cultural settings is preferred.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary.
Supervisory skills are required for guiding student Health Aides in delivering well-child exams and immunizations.