Registered Nurse - Care Coordination

Overview

Registered Nurse - Care Coordination

Massachusetts Care Coordination Network, an Affiliate of Seven Hills Foundation

 

The RN is responsible for reviewing the information with the Enrollees, gathered in thecomprehensive assessment; reviewing the Enrollee’s care plan; conducting medication reviews and providing oversight of LPN (not more than two) staff employed by MCCN; meeting weekly with each LPN to review difficult cases; providing specialty Care Coordination with other medicalproviders; and being available for both telephonic and in-person consultations for acute changes of status in enrollees.

 

Pay: $33.65

Benefits for Full-time employees: 

• Health Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with generous company contribution.
• Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match based on tenure. 
• Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution!
• Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships!
• Tuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework!
• Home Mortgage Initiative: Favorable down payment (3-5%), reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills!

Work-Life Balance:

• Generous Accrued Paid Vacation: 3 weeks in your first year!
• Vacation Cash-Out Option
• 3 Paid Personal Days
• 11 Paid Holidays 
• Accrued Paid Sick Time

Responsibilities

• Provide medical consultation to MCCN team members regarding acute changes in Enrollees’ status

• Serve as liaison to and consult with the MCCN Medical Director

• Conduct medication reconciliations during comprehensive assessments and after inpatient, ED, or 24-hour setting discharges

• Coordinate with PCPs to verify discharge medications, address discrepancies, and promote adherence

• Educate Enrollees on proper medication administration and identify support systems to aid compliance

• Support Care Coordinators in ensuring access to appropriate medical and specialty care

• Review and complete medical sections of Enrollee assessments and collaborate on LTSS components

• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to promote effective communication

• Assist with staff orientation and training; provide coaching on medical conditions, risk factors, and CP team priorities

• Follow all MCCN policies, protocols, and evidence-based practices while assisting with staff training

• Apply a person-centered approach in planning and delivering care in coordination with Enrollees and their support systems

• Address medical risks and emergencies with appropriate interventions; develop medical protocols as needed

• Complete all documentation and reporting in a timely and compliant manner

• Maintain strong communication with staff, Enrollees, and care team members to foster collaboration

• Ensure adherence to HIPAA, agency policies, and performance standards

• Attend required trainings, staff meetings, and supervision; maintain all certifications and licenses

• Treat all clients with dignity and respect in alignment with MCCN’s Human Rights policy

• Perform all duties in accordance with agency standards and expectations

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Registered Nurse licensed in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
• Minimum of 4 years of experience working with adults in a community-based mental health, substance use and/or physical health setting
• Demonstrated knowledge base and judgment necessary for independent clinical decision making.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Strong interpersonal and customer relations skills required.
• Ability to use Electronic Health Records (EHR) Systems to document and coordinate services.
• Excellent organizational, time management and problem-solving skills.
• Strong computer knowledge, including proficiency in contemporary Windows operating systems and Windows office suites with an emphasis on Word and Excel; ability to learn new systems; experi