Hybrid Population Health Nurse Manager bei None

SUMMARY OF POSITION

If you have a passion applying the nursing process and helping others, this role is for you!  

The Population Health Nurse Manager is a Registered Nurse leading the execution of Vibrant Health’s population health strategy and is an essential member of a team responsible for the assessment, education, and care management of populations.  This position plays a critical role in high-risk patient care planning and ongoing management to improve health outcomes and reduce barriers to care.  The Population Health Nurse Manager is expected to spend 20% of their time supervising the HIV Case Manager. 

ESSENTIAL JOB RESULTS

• Monitoring patient conditions through performing in person or virtual visits.
• Conducting tests utilizing standing orders and collaboration with the PCP.
• Sharing knowledge and expertise on Chronic Disease Management with Care Team Nurses, medications and treatment plans.
• Communicating further care options and support.
• Providing nursing expertise.
• Acting as a liaison between clinical care teams and the Population Health team.
• Serving as the Nursing Care Manager for the High-Risk Diabetes Management Clinic.
• Delivering diabetes education and care management follow-up.
• Developing and implementing individualized care plans for high-risk patients.
• Attending Ryan White Program meetings with Kansas City Missouri Health Department.
• Supporting the HIV program and the Ryan White grant requirements.
• Filling in for the HIV Case Manager if needed.
• Carrying out Vibrant Health’s mission: To provide access to respectful, empowering, culturally sensitive and appropriate high-quality health care for the community, regardless of socio-economic obstacles.
• Accepting and using supervision, direction and consultation to maximize available resources in the completion of work duties.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed to maintain and improve effective functioning of the department and to advance the mission of the organization.
• All job responsibilities will be carried out under the direction of the organization’s policies and procedures. 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• RN or higher and relevant Kansas license and certification.
• BLS for Health Care Providers.
• Expertise in chronic disease prevention and management.
• Experience supervising clinical teams.
• Ability to execute work within parameters set by a work plan.
• Skill or willingness to learn use of personal computers, Microsoft Office, and electronic health record.

Individual must:

1. Assess patient health problems and needs according to the latest nursing standards.
2. Develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain accurate and complete medical records.
3. Develop rapport with patients and their families, community and other healthcare personnel.
4. Exhibit a professional and respectful demeanor.
5. Be comfortable speaking with patients in-person, over-the-phone, and/or virtually.
6. Work successfully independently and within a team.
7. Demonstrate excellent customer service, helpfulness, and a positive attitude.
8. Possess superior organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
9. Demonstrate the ability to recognize, understand, and appreciate the value of cultural diversity and communicate medical information in plain language.
10. Demonstrate social and cultural sensitivity to ethically and economically diverse patients and staff.
11. Exhibit experience and working knowledge of local community resources.
12. Hold current drivers’ license and acceptable driving record and reliable transportation.
13. Travel to all parts of the facility and network of Wyandotte County clinic locations.
14. Possess current CPR certification, which can be provided through Vibrant Health if needed.
15. Display proficiency in use of personal computers and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word and Excel).

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Experience working in community-based or populations-based clinics and lived experience or close connection to the community being served.
• Working knowledge of electronic health records, medical terminology, and third-party health care coverage.
• Diabetic Education Certification.
• Oral and written fluency in Spanish or a language other than English highly preferred.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

Americans with Disability Specifications

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk and hear.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move materials that may weigh up to 40 pounds.

Work Environment

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must have manual dexterity and experience to perform handwritten paperwork, recordkeeping, and filing.
• Prolonged sitting, standing, or walking may be required.
• Frequent bending/stooping, squatting, reaching above the shoulders, twisting and turning, kneeling, and pushing/pulling may be required.
• Employment is contingent upon successful clearance from Criminal, Kansas and Missouri Child/Elder Abuse and Neglect, Sex Offender background investigations, TB testing, pre-employment drug testing, and verification of Hepatitis-B, flu and COVID-19 immunizations.
• Occasional evening and weekend availability are required.

Trauma Informed Care

At Vibrant Health, we understand that many, if not most, people have experienced trauma in their lives. We have made a commitment to trauma informed care and support and educate team members continued development of understanding of how trauma affects individuals and coping strategies. We expect employees to incorporate their understanding about trauma into interactions with our patients and families, clinic visitors, and with each other.

Commitment to Diversity

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We are committed to cultivating a workplace in which diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We are an Affirmative Action employer. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply and desire priority referrals of protected veterans.