JOB SUMMARY: The Nurse Care Manager provides professional, patient centered nursing care in the ambulatory setting in accordance with the multi-disciplinary plan of care and established policies and procedures, under the supervision of the Lead Nurse. Provides direct nursing and telephonic services to patients and families in accordance with the standards of practice for Ambulatory Care Nursing. Collects and analyzes patient data, assists with development and maintenance of care plans, and evaluates outcomes of interventions indicated by the multi-disciplinary care plan. Documents and communicates these interventions and outcomes per professional and organizational standards. Delegates tasks to other licensed and unlicensed care providers as appropriate. Assures compliance with regulatory body standards (including Joint Commission and PCMH).

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Experience with documentation in an Electronic Medical Record
• Ability to work with computers in word processing, and database applications preferred.
• CPR certified by scheduled start date.
• Must be flexible and adapt to a changing environment.
• Able to prioritize competing responsibility

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Required: Graduate from an Accredited School of Nursing; Current Maryland Nursing License Preferred

One year of nursing in an ambulatory or acute care setting; BSN

• Significant related experience with populations served may substitute for above requirement.