Home Health RN Case Manager
Novato, CA
Host Healthcare
4x9 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Case Manager (Registered Nurse)

Location: Novato, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking an experienced Registered Nurse with home health experience as a case manager (not hospice or hospital case management). The role involves overall management of patients in a home health setting, including direct patient care, patient/family education, and coordination of interdisciplinary care teams. The position requires planning, organizing, and directing patient care services to ensure quality and compliance with standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient and family assessments covering physiological, spiritual, and emotional needs.
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare team members to develop and adjust patient-centric in-home care plans.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary teams to implement and manage patient care plans effectively.
• Provide compassionate, evidence-based nursing care in accordance with policies and standards.
• Educate patients and families on care plans and treatments, ensuring understanding through teach-back methods.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Monitor and evaluate patient care outcomes, adjusting plans as necessary.
• Document all patient care activities accurately in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Participate in safety event reporting and analysis to improve patient safety.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in California.
• Minimum of 1 year of case management experience, with case management experience within the last year.
• Experience in a home health setting.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Proficiency with Epic electronic health record system.
• Experience with OASIS documentation.

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check including SSN trace, county searches, sex offender, education verification, and motor vehicle report (for driving positions).
• FACIS Level 3 screening and other federal/state required checks updated as per policy.
• Education verification (Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred).
• Drug screening (9-panel, excluding marijuana/cannabinoids due to California law).
• Physical exam within 1 year of start.
• Immunizations and health screenings including:

  • TB test or chest x-ray (annual renewal required).
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years).
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunity or vaccination.
  • Hepatitis B vaccination or declination.
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination.
  • Seasonal flu vaccination during flu season or approved declination.
• Fit mask test (annual renewal).
• Respiratory safety clearance (annual renewal).
• Completion of facility-specific regulatory and compliance documents prior to start.

Additional Information

• Must have full 7 years of verifiable work history with no significant gaps.
• References required per agency policy (not required by client).
• Must review and sign all required facility-specific policies and attestations prior to start.

Summary

This is a travel contract opportunity for a Registered Nurse Case Manager with strong home health experience, particularly in managing patient care in the home setting. The role requires excellent clinical, coordination, and communication skills, along with proficiency in OASIS documentation and EPIC. Candidates must meet all licensing, certification, and compliance requirements and be located near the job site.