Registered Nurse (RN) - Case Management
Mary Washington Healthcare
Fredericksburg, VA

Start the day excited to make a difference…end the day knowing you did.  Come join our team.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities: 

• Facilitates effective interdisciplinary care planning and coordination for clients seeking comprehensive HIV care through the services of MWMG Infectious Diseases.
• Promotes clinical effectiveness through the identification of process barriers and system issues that may restrict the client's ability to access or participate in his/her care.
• Conducts clinical assessments with the client to assess disease knowledge, readiness for treatment, medical history, socioeconomic concerns, and additional resources needed.
• Collects clinical, socioeconomic and medical data during the clinical intake process specific to each individual client.
• Submits Virginia ADAP & Patient Assistance Programs applications and re-certifications on behalf of MWMG Infectious Diseases in partnership with the client.
• Coordinates with the Ryan White Program Intake Coordinator to ensure that the client is approved to receive services paid for with Ryan White funds.
• Responds to case management consults and referral requests by scheduling specialty appointments for clients who are uninsured, underinsured or by the request of an Infectious Diseases physician.
• Develops a safe and effective plan to meet the patient's health care and social support needs, in conjunction with the patient and clinical team.
• Communicates with community partners within the Rappahannock Health Region to ensure the needs of the patient are being addressed.
• Performs chart audits to ensure compliance with program requirements and to promote successful outcomes during site visits by internal or external groups. Addresses and follows up on chart issues/concerns with the appropriate clinical care team member.
• Participates in the Ryan White Quality Management Program and serves on the Quality Management Committee.
• Participates in monthly case conferencing with the primary nursing team of MWMG Infectious Diseases and community.
• Updates and maintains identified HIV-specific clinical indicators such as screenings, vaccinations and external referrals for mandatory monthly reports using CAREWare.
• Actively participates on the Consumer Advisory & Advocacy Council (CAAC) as the Ryan White Program Chairperson, in partnership with the Consumer Chairperson.
• Attends all Northern Virginia Regional Commission (NVRC) mandatory monthly meetings specific to case management and clinical care either in person, or by phone as a requirement of the Ryan White Program.
• Attends the All Grantees Meeting annually as a Ryan White Program requirement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional functions and responsibilities for the Forensics area of responsibility:

• Support Forensic Nurse Examiner (FNE) Services in providing victims information on available services and completing referrals.
• Assist with Victim Compensation services
• Assist the FNE in care coordination after the victim leaves the Emergency Room

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Nursing or related Human Services field (Psychology, Sociology, etc.) required.
• At least 5 years of medical/clinical experience required.
• Experience with and/or the ability to understand medical terminology and the HIV disease process is required.
• American Heart Association CPR preferred.
• Certification in case management, quality or outcomes management is preferred.
• Experience in an ambulatory/outpatient care setting or in an infectious disease practice is preferred.
• Experience with computer technology preferred (Windows based programs, e-mail, Microsoft Word, keyboarding).
• Demonstrated abilities for self-management, critical thinking, problem resolution, and proven ability to work with diverse personalities and situations.
• Cultural competence and familiarity with the specialized needs of people with HIV, substance abuse and mental health issues.

As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.