Kaniksu Community Health is a non-profit, award winning Community Health Center that provides integrated, team-based healthcare in north Idaho.
Patients consider us their partner in healthcare, over the course of their life and the spectrum of their health needs.
From prevention and wellness to medical, dental, and behavioral health.
From pediatric to geriatrics, we believe that quality healthcare should be accessible, approachable and affordable for everyone.
Regardless of how a patient can pay, or the severity of their concerns, we help find solutions.
We provide access to comprehensive and integrated multi-disciplinary services through the Patient Centered Medical Home model of care.
But we're not just invested in our patients – we're invested in our people.
We know that our overall success is a combined effort and we therefore strive to provide opportunities for our employees to learn, grow and thrive.
We are proud to have built a positive and engaged team with a "family" spirit.
Our team members are dedicated and provide a patient centric approach to care and know exactly what we are working on and why, and how their everyday work contributes to successfully achieving this goal.
The benefits of working for KCH include: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insuranceEducation Assistance and Guided Career Pathways4% 401K employer matchYear round, affordable on-site childcare at KCH Kid's Club A Kaniksu Community Health RN/LPN Care Manager is not just responsible for providing excellent customer service.
They are committed to providing an excellent patient experience while performing essential clinical or administrative work in a fast-paced, productive environment.
YOU ARE an essential team member charged with assisting patients in managing their care at Kaniksu Community Health.
Under the direction of the KCH Director of Nursing, KCH Charge Nurse and Medical Staff Providers and as a member of the Kaniksu Community Health Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) Team, a typical day might include of a RN/LPN Care Manager might include;
Oversee clinical care of other personnel including LPN's, CNA's and MA'sHas a commitment to creating a positive team environment and being a good team member of his/her PCMH TeamAssesses, plans, directs and evaluates comprehensive nursing care as determined by the patients age related to physical, psychosocial, and cultural needs in accordance with profession practice standards, policies and procedures of KCH and the State of Idaho scope of practiceProvides case management by being a patient advocate, resource and contact person for patientsReviews patients' medical records for completeness and updates prior to the Patients' visit – with a focus on health maintenance and chronic disease management clinical protocolsProvides basic education information to patients and families, focusing on self-care appropriate to their age and identified learning considerations and needsPerforms assessment data collection and documents subjective data and objective dataReviews basic health history information for patients; focusing on environment, self-care and clinical discharge planningPerforms related work as required, full job description available upon request Experience Needed to Land this Gig: Minimum Associates Degree in Nursing; BA in Nursing preferred.
Current license to practice as a RN or LPN in the State of IdahoMinimum 1-3 years' experience in ambulatory care.
Experience in a community health center is preferred by not requiredCapable of independent nursing assessment decisions and nursing management in a primary care settingAble to provide health care in a sensitive, non-judgmental manner to persons of all economic levels and cultural backgroundsDemonstrate accuracy, proficiency and efficiency with computer skills for accurate data entry; effective written and oral communicationConsistent demonstration of team approach to patient care Work Schedule: Full Time40 hours/week4x10s – Tuesday to Friday