Job description

Alameda Healthcare and Wellness Center is looking for a compassionate, competent and committed LVN Case Manager/Social Services to join our team.

Purpose: To work passionately and holistically to ensure that the care and discharge plans meet the physical, social, and emotional needs of our patients.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate patient care and services.
• Coordinate, monitor, and evaluate services according to the needs of patient.
• Provide advice and recommendations to the family of a patient on ways to support a loved one through the recovery process.
• Serve as a liaison between a patient and his/her healthcare provider to ensure clients receive quality health care service.
• Ensure that healthcare staff fulfill their obligations and responsibilities by making sure patients receive both medical and psychological treatment.
• Ensure proper documentation of client case management plans and treatment progress.
• Educate patients on their health status as well as proffer recommendations on steps necessary for quick recovery.
• Provide advocacy services to assist impaired patients in accessing government healthcare aid.
• Work to promote a safe transition from the facility to the next provider or care setting in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Currently licensed/registered in applicable State.
• Must currently hold and maintain an active LPN/LVN license in good standing throughout employment.
• May be required to obtain certifications from the American Case Management Association (ACMA) or the Commission for Case Management Certification
• One (1) year of experience in post acute care setting preferred
• Prior case management, utilization review, and discharge planning experience preferred
• Generate written communication that is clear, concise, and well organized
• Excellent organizational skills and be efficient in prioritizing and managing time and assignments
• Maintain professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Physical Capacities: (With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices)

• Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Continuous bending, squatting, twisting and reaching.
• Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility which includes an annual TB screening and physical examination.
• Must be able to stand for and walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Requires infrequent lifting of weight up to 100+ pounds with assistance.
• Frequent pushing and pulling of carts and transporting residents.
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.

Environmental conditions: Inside work, normal temperatures, some noise, occasional fumes/odors, chemical exposure and potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens.

Alameda Healthcare and Wellness Center is an equal opportunity employer, in accordance with anti-discrimination laws. Alameda Healthcare and Wellness Center prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Alameda Healthcare and Wellness Center conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Acute care
• Nursing home
• Rehabilitation center

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Supplemental schedule:

• Holidays
• On call
• Overtime

Weekly schedule:

• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Alameda, CA 94501: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Case management: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• LVN (Required)

Work Location: In person

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