Nurse Case Manager – OPWDD

Overview

• Serve as a vital link between medical services and program residents, ensuring comprehensive nursing care and adherence to OPWDD regulations.
• Provide direct nursing care, perform routine medical procedures, and develop individualized nursing care plans for residents.
• Supervise LPNs, AMAPs, and Direct Support Professionals in nursing tasks and activities to ensure quality care.
• Conduct regular nursing assessments and coordinate acute and ongoing health services for residents.
• Maintain accurate medical record documentation and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Provide training to staff on health measures, medication administration, and client-specific medical issues.
• Participate actively in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to care coordination efforts.
• Utilize electronic health record systems for documentation and communication with external service providers.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Perform nursing assessments and develop individualized care plans updated annually or as conditions change.
• Coordinate health services and monitor residents' health and treatment efficacy.
• Supervise and evaluate LPNs and direct support staff, ensuring adherence to nursing standards.
• Provide training on health measures, communicable disease control, and client-specific medical issues.
• Ensure proper documentation of training curriculums, attendance, and testing results.
• Conduct annual clinical performance evaluations for unlicensed staff in medication administration and other procedures.
• Maintain on-call availability for backup support and emergency situations.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance care coordination and service delivery.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with active RN licensure.
• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience, preferably with OPWDD or MRDD populations.
• Proficiency in electronic health record systems and care coordination platforms.
• Strong knowledge of OPWDD regulations and compliance requirements.
• Ability to supervise and train staff in nursing tasks and health measures.
• Flexibility in scheduling and availability for occasional backup on-call responsibilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for diverse populations.
• Commitment to providing high-quality care and enhancing residents' well-being.