Registered Nurse - Case Management

Position Overview

We are seeking a Registered Nurse Care Coordinator to support interdisciplinary care teams across multiple skilled nursing facilities in Litchfield County, CT. This part-time role focuses on care coordination, documentation accuracy, and supporting providers in delivering high-quality care to patients with complex and chronic conditions. The RN will collaborate closely with advanced practice clinicians, facility staff, and families to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Schedule & Work Details

• Duration: Approximately 4 to 6 months
• Schedule: Part time, approximately 20 hours per week
• Shift: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
• Location: Litchfield County, CT
• Travel: Required during shift between 5 facilities
• Dress Code: Medical attire
• Pay Rate: $45.00 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and complete patient documentation and coding
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to coordinate patient care
• Assist providers with care coordination and benefit determination for Medicare Part A, B, and D
• Identify and respond to changes in patient conditions with the care team
• Support therapy coordination and participate in facility-based meetings
• Schedule and participate in family conferences, team meetings, and case presentations
• Assist with training coordination, compliance tracking, and quality measures
• Conduct or support in-service education for staff
• Perform medication reconciliation, nursing rounds, patient assessments, and documentation
• Enter verbal orders from providers in compliance with RN practice laws and facility guidelines
• Assist in managing acute and chronic conditions, including diagnostics and interventions
• Support patients through sub-acute rehabilitation episodes

Required Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted RN license in state of residence, or ability to obtain by start date
• Associate degree or higher in Nursing (RN)
• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Ability to perform physical assessments and lift up to 30 pounds
• Access to reliable transportation
• Full COVID-19 vaccination required
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ year of clinical experience, long-term care preferred
• Experience working with patients with complex behavioral, social, and functional needs
• Knowledge of geriatrics and chronic illness management
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and documentation systems
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across diverse care teams and settings
• Willingness and ability to travel between facilities