Nurse case manager Jobs in Rochester, NY

Job Title: Registered Nurse Case Manager I - Home Care
Location: West Monroe County
Hours Per Week: 40
Schedule: Days

SUMMARY:

The RN Case Manager is responsible for the delivery of comprehensive nursing care to a set of assigned patients at a specific point in time. This involves the assessment of patient and family needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of an appropriate Plan of Care, making changes in response to changing patient needs. The RN Case Manager identifies appropriate interdisciplinary services needed, coordinates those services and supervises Private Duty Nurses (PDN) as applicable.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Level I

• Conducts comprehensive assessments to identify and prioritize patient health needs, developing interdisciplinary care plans in collaboration with the care team.
• Coordinates and manages patient care, including complex cases, ensuring services are timely, effective, and aligned with the plan of care.
• Maintains accurate documentation, communicates status changes promptly, and initiates appropriate interventions.
• Supervises LPNs and home health aides, arranges additional services as needed, and supports safe discharge planning.
• Participates in quality improvement activities, attends required meetings, and adheres to agency standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Demonstrates integrity, protects patient privacy, and supports Rochester Regional Health’s mission and values.
• Participates in on-call and weekend/holiday schedules as assigned.

Level II

• Manages larger and more complex caseloads with effective service utilization and independent decision-making.
• Acts as a mentor and informal leader, providing guidance and support to peers and new staff.
• Offers process improvement ideas, participates in problem-solving, and consistently achieves positive audit outcomes.
• Serves as a clinical role model, collaborating across teams to enhance patient and community health.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Level I: Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing required
• Level II – requires similar qualifications as level I, plus: A minimum of 2 years of home care experience.
• Registered Nurse license in New York State.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License.
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Level I

• 1 year of nursing experienced preferred.
• Prior home health, clinical and direct patient care experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently.
• Demonstration of solid interpersonal, organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Must be able to document clinical notes and assessments within an electronic medical record.
• Ability to travel to and from required locations as needed to perform the essential responsibilities of the job.
  
  Level II
• requires similar qualifications as level I, plus:
• Understands when to escalate to management.

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$75,712.00 - $100,880.00

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14607

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.