RN Case Manager
Northampton, Massachusetts
Cooley Dickinson VNA & Hospice

Job Opportunity: RN Case Manager

Location: Northampton, Massachusetts
Specialty: RN Case Manager
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 26 weeks (approximately 6 months)

Work Schedule

• Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Weekend rotation: 1 out of every 4 weekends

Job Description

• Provide skilled nursing care and case management to patients and families.
• Work under the direction of the Clinical Team Manager within established policies and procedures.
• Deliver care in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act and professional standards.
• Utilize nursing theory and processes for patient care.
• Communicate and document observations and assessments.
• Promote and maintain health through direct care, teaching, counseling, and rehabilitative measures.

Required Credentials & Compliance

Licenses & Certifications

• Professional Nursing License: Primary source verification required within 30 days of start; MA Conditional Licenses not accepted.
• Basic Life Support (BLS): Required before onboarding; AHA preferred (also accepts Red Cross).
• Driver’s License/State ID: Required before onboarding (front of card with signature if applicable).

Health & Immunizations

• Fit Test (N95 Respirator): Required within 365 days of start and updated annually; must be completed prior to start.
• MMR Vaccine or Immunity Proof: Two doses of measles, mumps, and rubella vaccines or proof of immunity.
• Influenza Vaccine: Required during flu season (Sept 15 – April 30); no exemptions allowed.
• TB Test: Documentation of TB skin test or negative blood test within 3 months of start; updated if break >6 months.
• Health Statement: Physician-signed statement within 365 days of start; updated if break >6 months.
• Optional but Preferred: Hepatitis B vaccine series or immunity proof; Tdap vaccine within 10 years.
• Positive PPD: If applicable, negative chest x-ray documentation required.

Background & Verification Checks

• Criminal Background Check: Within 45 days prior to start; includes county and international searches if applicable.
• Massachusetts CORI Check: Within 30 days prior to start; updated if break >6 months.
• MVR Check: Required for all home care positions; run within 45 days of start.
• SSN Trace: Must be run with criminal check covering last 7 years.
• National Sex Offender Registry Check: Within 30 days of start; updated annually.
• Exclusion Checks: Includes OIG, GSA, MassHealth, and NH Medicaid lists; run within 30 days of start and annually.
• Education Verification: Verified through background check company; highest level of education confirmed.

Documentation Required for Submission

• Resume including past 7 years of work experience with city and state.
• Two recent references (minimum one supervisor or above) in the relevant skillset.
• Skills checklist specific to the role.
• Candidate submission coversheet (current version).

Additional Onboarding Requirements

• MGB badge photo (color photo taken within past 6 months, plain background, no filters or eyeglasses).
• Respirator Medical Clearance Attestation (part of fit test record).
• Confirmation of Assignment/POI form upon acceptance and for any assignment changes.

Summary

This RN Case Manager role offers a long-term assignment with a structured weekday schedule and weekend rotation. The position requires comprehensive licensure, certifications, immunizations, and background checks in compliance with Massachusetts healthcare regulations and organizational policies. Candidates must be prepared to submit detailed documentation and meet all onboarding requirements prior to starting.