Home Care RN Case Manager
Company: Greater Manchester Homecare
Location: New Britain
Posted on: January 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Location Detail: MMH-8 Keynote Drive (10628) Work where every
moment matters. Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare
colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we
do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part
of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. The Greater
Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes
Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital,
Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a
102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and
visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a
region of 300,000 people in 19 towns. General Summary of Duties:
The provision of intermittent nursing service to patients in their
homes under a plan of care established in collaboration with the
patient’s physician and according to agency policies and
procedures. Supervision Received: Reports directly to a Clinical
Manager. Supervision Exercised: Home Care Aides. Education:
Graduate of an NLN-approved school of nursing, associate or
baccalaureate degree program. Experience: One (1) year of recent
medical/surgical nursing experience, additional experience in
community health nursing preferred. Certificate/License: Possession
of a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State
of Connecticut. Typical Physical Demands: Requires full range of
body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and
finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing,
walking, and the ability to ascend and descend stairs. Requires
operation of a motor vehicle. Occasionally lifts and carries items
weighing up to 30 pounds. Requires corrected vision and hearing to
normal range. Requires working under stressful conditions. Requires
some exposure to communicable diseases and/or bodily fluids.
Typical Work Conditions: Work is performed in patients’ homes and
in an office environment. Some exposure to communicable diseases,
toxic substances, and medicinal preparations. Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Requirements: Knowledge of professional
nursing theory and practice and the skills to practice and evaluate
patient care. Knowledge of Agency policies, regulations and
procedures to administer patient care. Knowledge of medical
equipment currently used to provide patient care. Knowledge of
common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work
environment. Skill in applying and modifying the principles,
methods and techniques of professional nursing to provide ongoing
patient care. Skill in identifying patient-related problems and
recommending solutions. Skill in documentation in clinical records.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working
relationships with patients, families, physicians, co-workers, and
the community. Ability to maintain quality control standards.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
Ability to communicate clearly. Possess adequate transportation to
carry out job requirements. Must show proof of satisfactory
automobile insurance with State of CT minimum coverage, recommended
amount of $100,000/300,000. Willingness to provide service in any
part of Agency geographic area, according to Agency need. Essential
Duties: (This list may not include all the duties assigned.) 1.
Admits/readmits patients and provides intermittent nursing service
to patients and their families in compliance with agency policies
and State and Federal Regulations, incorporating the following: A
complete physical and psychosocial assessment. Develops and
implements an appropriate care plan and therapeutic goals with the
patient/family. Evaluation of patient safety on a 24-hour basis.
Exercises appropriate clinical judgment in coordination of patient
care by all services involved. Ongoing evaluation of significant
changes in the condition of the patient and of progress toward the
therapeutic goals. Use of Agency and community
consultants/resources. Instruction of patient/family in procedures
or responsibilities they are assuming and optimum wellness
practices. Planning for the patient’s discharge from service. 2.
Establishes and maintains case mix weight, utilization, patient
satisfaction that aligns with industry standards and agency
operational objectives for quality care. OASIS documentation
correlates with the Plan of Care. Uses recommended Oasis assessment
techniques 100% of the time. OASIS, documentation, and plan of care
correlate to 95%. 3. Documents all services provided in the
clinical record in accordance with State and Federal Regulations
and Agency policy: Documentation, including activities and mileage
is exported within 36 hours of visit or prior to next scheduled
visit. Obtains physician verbal/written orders and complies with
all reporting requirements. Participates in coordination of care
with physicians and with other disciplines as appropriate. 4.
Manages work assignment in effective and efficient manner: Visits
all new therapeutic clients within 24 hours of referral unless
otherwise specified by the physician. Reports any cases to the
Supervisor of Clinical Services where goals can not be met or
at-risk situations exist and responds appropriately. Remains
flexible in daily planning, allowing time for emergencies or
unexpected visits. Maintains productivity as established by the
Agency. Utilizes payer sources correctly, reflecting changing
levels of care. Delegates patient care responsibilities to Home
Care Nurse (LPN) as appropriate. Demonstrates an understanding of
the principles of case management. Demonstrates ability to manage
cost and quality 5. Establishes and evaluates the Plan of Care to
be delegated to the Home Health Aide, orients and supervises the
Home Health Aide in accordance with State and Federal Regulations
and Agency policy: Develops written plan of care for the Home
Health Aide and updates this plan as patient’s condition warrants;
plan of care must be reviewed every 60 days. Obtains input from
Home Health Aide regarding patient progress. Prepares written
performance evaluations of home care aides under his/her
supervision. Provides supervision of home care aides at a minimum
of every 14 days or as required by payer source. 6. Develops and
maintains sufficient professional skills and credentials to meet
the needs of patient care: Attends a minimum of 12 hours of
in-service per year to include mandated annual in-services.
Participates actively in self-appraisal and the formation of a plan
of self-development. Adheres to Agency Corporate Compliance Plan
and HIPAA Privacy Plan as per written agreement. Seeks appropriate
clinical input to ensure appropriate patient care. Projects
professional image through attitude and compliance with dress code.
Capable of precepting new nurses and students. Functions as a team
member with consideration to all staff. Provides Agency with
current copy of professional license. Maintains CPR certification.
Ancillary Duties 1. Performs other duties as necessary to support
Agency programs as assigned by the Supervisor of Clinical Services.
Agency committees as requested. Flu/special clinics as needed.
Elder Wellness Clinics as assigned. Special Agency or community
programs during and/or after regular working hours. 2. Performs
other duties as necessary to maintain current Agency personnel
policies: Gives adequate time and attention to administrative
duties. Abides by Agency weekend/holiday rotation of nurses. May
provide back-up for on-call service. HIPAA and Privacy: Properly
direct any complaints and/or grievances as indicated per VNHSC
policy. Comply with HIPAA regulations, specifically the Privacy and
Security Rules. Protect personal health information (PHI),
electronic personal health information (EPHI) and financial
information by limiting the use and disclosure of health
information and financial information to the minimum amount
necessary with only those who must know how to get the job done.
Follow the department’s specific policies and procedures to protect
health information. Help one another to ensure confidentiality at
all times. We take great care of careers. With locations around the
state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career
development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on
the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough
treatments and community education to countless men, women and
children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving
colleagues we provide a competitive benefits program designed to
ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your
moment.
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