Licensed Vocational Nurse Care Coordinator - PopulationHealth
Company: Christus Health
Location: Irving
Posted on: April 25, 2024
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Job Description:
Description Summary: Provides care under the direct supervision
of the Population Health Director of Care Management or Nurse
Manager utilizing physician approved patient protocols according to
established standards and best practice guidelines. Facilitates the
communication between patient/caregiver, physician and the
outpatient care team to optimize health and wellness, reduce
inpatient admission, reduce re-admissions and improve medical
stability in the patient population served. Works collaboratively
with Nurse Navigators to manage medical stability in patients with
high risk disease management with complex comorbid conditions.
Responsibilities: Manages a case load of 10,000-15,000 patients
with identified gaps in care in collaboration with the Health Care
Team. Works in collaboration with the PCMH Team in the design,
implementation and evaluation of the PMH model as applicable. Works
proactively to coordinate preventative/follow-up care for all
patients receiving care from participating providers. Reviews
patient medical record to identify care gaps. Schedules needed
preventative services using evidenced based Physician approved
protocols and documents the encounter. Fosters a Team approach by
working collaboratively with the member, family, PCP and other
members of the healthcare team to ensure coordination of services.
Assists Nurse Navigators' in performing transition of care outreach
to discharged patients to schedule return visit with the PCP per
guidelines. Employs knowledge of evidenced based guidelines to
effectively communicate the importance of recommended procedures
and testing. Facilitates a collaborative approach with care team
for identification of and closure of care gaps. Utilizes
educational and behavioral change strategies to promote patient
collaboration with the care team. Incorporates excellent written,
verbal and listening communication skills, positive relationship
building skills and problem solving into patient care coordination
practice. Performs duties as required or assigned for specific
operational purposes for which they are qualified to perform.
Maintains all professional CEU's in compliance with State and
Regulatory requirements. Maintains confidentiality in all areas at
all times. Requirements: LVN License in state of employment or
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