Registered Nurse RN Case Manager
DaVita Kidney Care · Sugar Land, TX
- On site
- Full-time
- $85,000 / year
- Sugar Land, TX
Job highlights
- Coordinate care for ESRD and CKD patients.
- Hybrid role with travel in South Houston.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams and patients.
- Full-time position with comprehensive benefits.
- Focus on quality, cost-effective patient care.
About the role
Registered Nurse RN Case Manager
Position Highlights
Location: South Houston (Hybrid - Remote) This is a hybrid, field-based role requiring a dedicated home office and the ability to travel 3-4 days/week within an assigned territory. Coverage includes the South Houston market including Sugarland, Missouri City, Rosenberg and surrounding areas. Territory assignments may change based on business needs.
Schedule: Monday - Friday. Flexibility is required to accommodate patient needs and nephrology partner availability.
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role
This position functions autonomously and in collaboration with all members of the healthcare team to coordinate and facilitate quality, cost-effective care while minimizing fragmentation of the healthcare delivery system for ESRD and CKD patients. This position provides coordination of care between the patient, family, physician, provider and care teams, the community, and Regional Operations Manager.
About DaVita Integrated Kidney Care (DaVita IKC)
DaVita IKC is the integrated care division of DaVita Inc., working on DaVita’s vision to provide integrated care to all ESRD patients, who are some of the most medically complex and vulnerable patient populations in the US. Our more than 600 dedicated nurses, care coordinators, nurse practitioners (NPs) and business professionals integrate and manage care for more than 20,000 patients with late-stage chronic kidney disease (CKD) and end-stage renal disease (ESRD) across the US each month. We’ve proven that integrating care achieves the triple aim of improved patient quality of life, better outcomes and lower total cost of care. What sets DaVita IKC apart is that we not only provide great care management but we start with our heart with our patients and each other. We focus on creating both a great experience for our patients and a special place to work for our teammates.
We’re on a mission to revolutionize kidney care, with a vision of making integrated care the standard of care for all renal patients. To help us achieve our vision, we’re investing extensively in developing both our model of care and our team. When you join DaVita IKC, you're joining a compassionate team committed to quality patient care. Through our commitment to training, growth and quality, we consistently achieve superior clinical outcomes while giving teammates the opportunity to excel in an award-winning environment that enables them to thrive both professionally and personally.
Qualifications
- A.D.N degree from accredited school of nursing required; B.S.N preferred; three-year diploma from accredited diploma program may be substituted for nursing degree
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice required
- Continuing education credits maintained as required by state of practice required
- Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in clinical nursing is strongly preferred
- Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in renal nursing preferred
- Case management experience is required. In lieu of case management experience, 3 or more years of experience assessing patient needs, developing and managing individualized care plans, coordinating services across interdisciplinary teams, and supporting patients through complex healthcare transitions is required
- Certified Nephrology Nurse (CNN) or Certified Case Manager (CCM) preferred
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of data and managing to clinical, financial, and patient satisfaction outcomes
- Demonstrated experience and effectiveness in change agent role
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of CQI techniques
- Previous experience in healthcare performance coaching required
- Current CPR certification required
- Ability to modify personal practice patterns to adapt to new / electronic processes and increased productivity expectations as it pertains to Capella implementation
- Current driver’s license in state employed with positive driving record and able to meet requirements of insurance coverage required
- Basic computer skills and proficiency in MS Word and Outlook required
- Functional proficiency with DaVita specific clinical software programs, including Capella, required within 90 days of employment
- Home office with internet connectivity at minimum of 1MB upload and 1MB download speed required
What We’ll Provide
- Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out.
- Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more.
- Professional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita’s online training platform StarLearning.
Key skills/competency
- Registered Nurse
- Case Management
- Renal Nursing
- Patient Care Coordination
- Healthcare
- ESRD
- CKD
- Clinical Nursing
- Patient Advocacy
- Team Collaboration
Skills & topics
- Registered Nurse
- RN
- Case Manager
- Nurse Case Manager
- Kidney Care
- Renal Nurse
- Patient Care Coordinator
- Healthcare
- ESRD
- CKD
- Clinical Nursing
- Patient Advocacy
- Hybrid Work
- Remote Work
- Nursing
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your RN, case management, and renal nursing experience, emphasizing patient care coordination and outcomes.
- Showcase your skills: Emphasize your experience with CQI techniques, change agent roles, and healthcare performance coaching.
- Demonstrate passion: Articulate your commitment to DaVita's mission of revolutionizing kidney care and your patient-centric approach.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience managing complex patient transitions and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the work arrangement for the Registered Nurse RN Case Manager role at DaVita Kidney Care?
- The Registered Nurse RN Case Manager role at DaVita Kidney Care is a hybrid, field-based position. This means you'll work remotely with a dedicated home office but will be required to travel 3-4 days a week within your assigned territory in the South Houston market.
- What are the primary responsibilities of a Registered Nurse RN Case Manager at DaVita IKC?
- As a Registered Nurse RN Case Manager at DaVita IKC, your primary responsibility is to coordinate and facilitate quality, cost-effective care for ESRD and CKD patients. This involves collaborating with patients, families, physicians, care teams, and the community to minimize fragmentation in healthcare delivery.
- What qualifications are essential for the Registered Nurse RN Case Manager position?
- Essential qualifications include a current RN license, a minimum of 3 years of case management experience (or equivalent experience in care plan management and interdisciplinary coordination), and proficiency with electronic health records. A BSN and experience in renal nursing are preferred.
- What benefits does DaVita Kidney Care offer to its Registered Nurse RN Case Managers?
- DaVita Kidney Care offers a comprehensive benefits package starting from the first day of the month following one month of employment. This includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, and various family support resources such as EAP counseling, backup child/elder care, and parental leave.
- How does DaVita IKC support professional development for its Registered Nurse RN Case Managers?
- DaVita IKC invests in professional development through various programs, including opportunities for career growth within the company and on-demand virtual leadership and development courses via DaVita's online training platform, StarLearning.
- What is the expected travel requirement for this Registered Nurse RN Case Manager role?
- The Registered Nurse RN Case Manager role is field-based and requires travel 3-4 days per week within the assigned territory in the South Houston market, covering areas like Sugarland, Missouri City, and Rosenberg.
- What is the salary range for the Registered Nurse RN Case Manager position at DaVita Kidney Care?
- The salary range for the Registered Nurse RN Case Manager position is $68,400.00 to $100,400.00 per year. The final compensation will depend on the candidate's qualifications, skills, experience, and other factors.