Care Manager (Registered Nurse/RN)

Life Care Center of McMinnville is situated in the heart ofOregon's wine country. Residents benefit from a charming downtown area, accessto award-winning wineries, and a strong sense of community. McMinnville'shistoric architecture and local festivals make it a delightful place to liveand work.

Life Care Center of McMinnville was named one of U.S. News & World Report's 2025 BestNursing Homes.

Become part of the compassionate team at Life Care Center of McMinnville, a distinguished skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in the heart of McMinnville, Oregon. Our team has a history of remarkable growth, and McMinnville itself is a fantastic place to call home, offering a charming small-town atmosphere with plenty of activities for leisure. Situated just an hour from both Portland and the Oregon Coast, this scenic Willamette Valley locale provides an excellent balance of professional advancement and a tranquil lifestyle. Enjoy the unique cultural and natural beauty of Oregon while advancing your career in this ideal setting.

Wage Scale: Starting Wage $45

Schedules: Monday - Friday; 8am-5pm flexible hours. Weekend on call rotation

Benefits:

• Student Loan Reimbursement: $3,000 for 3 yrs after 90 days
• Mileage Reimbursement: Receive a $15 daily mileage reimbursement for nurses commuting over 25 miles
• Referral Bonus: Earn an additional $1/hour added to your base pay for each full-time nursing staff member you refer, as long as both you and the referred employee maintain full-time status - a rewarding way to grow our team and your earnings!
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Comprehensive health insurance and 401(k) plan
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance
• Employee recognition and referral programs

Position Summary

The RN Care Manager is responsible for the coordination of the patient's care and services. Promotes quality care using a collaborative process that coordinates, monitors, and evaluates services according to the needs of patients. Works together with the patient and family, care team, payers, and external entities to promote a safe transition from the facility to the next provider or care setting care team, payers, and external entities to promote a safe transition from the facility to the next provider or care setting in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• Nursing diploma (associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing)
• Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment
• One (1) year of clinical experience in post acute care setting preferred
• Prior case management, utilization review, and discharge planning experience preferred
• Certified Case Manager (CCM) or Board Certification in Nursing Case Management (RN BC) preferred

Specific Job Requirements

• Generate written communication that is clear, concise, and well organized
• Excellent organizational skills and be efficient in prioritizing and managing time and assignments
• Contribute to the organization's goals and objectives and support the organizational strategic plans
• Expert knowledge in field of practice
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Demonstrate efficient use of relevant computer systems including but not limited to the ability to enter and retrieve data
• Serve as liaison to external case managers, family, physicians, and community resources
• Train and education patients, families, associates, and other providers of care
• Implement the standards of practice for care management, ethical performance, and functions relevant to coordination of care
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

An Equal Opportunity Employer