RN Case Manager

Tarzana Treatment Centers, Inc•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

The HIV RN Case Manager will provide primary HIV nursing care and will provide the medical care coordination services for the adult HIV population. This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of Tarzana Treatment Centers, Inc. (TTC). It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values. The employee shall support Tarzana Treatment Center’s strategic plan and the goals and direction of the Performance Improvement Plan (PIP).

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited RN School of Nursing.
Two (2) year recent acute care experience preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Current California RN License
Current BLS Card

Responsibilities

Nursing assessment, evaluation and follow-up
Patient acuity assessment
Triage as appropriate
Consultation and ongoing communication with primary practitioner
Comprehensive treatment plan
Patient counseling in HIV/STD prevention, HIV education and treatment adherence
Provision of any service which requires substantial specialized nursing skill
Initiation of appropriate preventive nursing procedures
Screening for substance abuse and mental health issues
Coordination of other services to assist in the medical management of patient in conjunction with medical coordination such as specialty referral coordination and follow-up, case conferences, patient retention services, cooperation with social workers, and other case mangers and participation in Quality Management.