RN Nurse - Medical Care Manager

Company: Mens Health Foundation
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: November 7, 2024

Job Description:

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of people living with HIV? Do you want to work for an organization that promotes growth and development? Here at Men's Health Foundation, we envision a world where inequity and stigma do not separate people from healthcare.
Why Men's Health Foundation? Men's Health Foundation is seeking compassionate, mission-driven individuals. By reimagining how healthcare is delivered, we can help create greater health equity for those most at risk and break down barriers to care. We welcome all backgrounds, gender identities, and expressions.
We recognize our staff as the heart of our organization and seek to provide a generous and competitive benefits package to support our employee's well-being. We offer the following:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and LTD insurance (may be eligible on the 1st of the month following the date of hire)
• 12 Paid Holidays (including one mental health day)
• 401(k) Retirement plan (may be eligible for employer matching up to 4% following completion of 90th day of employment)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 40 hours of sick pay (following completion of 90th day of employment)
• 120 hours of PTO accrued within the 1st year of employmentWe seek team members who embrace and champion diversity, as our work within the LGBTQ+ community promotes positive sexuality and inclusivity. Candidates should be comfortable with exposure to imagery, events, and materials that reflect our culture of acceptance and expression, ensuring alignment with our values
  THE POSITION:Our Medical Care Coordination (MCC) program is on the cutting edge of providing comprehensive support services that empower patients to fully engage with their healthcare. As a Medical Care Manager (MCM), you'll play a vital role in this mission, working closely with the MCC Program Manager and Director of Nursing. You'll conduct assessments, develop integrated care plans, and monitor patient progress-ensuring that each individual receives the tailored support they need. While you won't be providing clinical nursing services, your expertise will shine as you educate patients about treatment adherence, side effects, nutrition, and risk reduction.
  What You'll Do:
  • Collaborate with our Men's Health Foundation clinical and MCC teams to ensure patients have seamless access to high-quality medical care.
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify each patient's unique medical and psychosocial needs, addressing barriers to HIV treatment and adherence.
  • Provide brief interventions to boost treatment adherence and assist patients in managing medication side effects.
  • Create engaging health education materials on topics such as nutrition, co-infections, preventive care, and more for patients and their support networks.
  • Support your MCC team in delivering a positive and seamless patient care experience.
  • Facilitate patient referrals with MHF staff, ensuring access to essential services.
  • Coordinate with outside service providers to offer a comprehensive continuum of care.
  • Maintain accurate client files and documentation of services provided.
  • Prepare and submit timely reports as needed.
  • Participate in staff meetings, case conferences, and in-services to enhance team collaboration.
  • Manage transportation needs within the MCC program.
  • Connect patients with partner services like intimate partner violence support, medical services, and HIV testing.
  • Take on other duties as assigned to help our mission thrive.What You Need:
    • A valid RN license in California.
    • A minimum of three years experience in HIV clinic services, with a deep understanding of HIV treatment modalities and care guidelines.
    • Experience in chronic disease care/management is a plus.
    • Insight into the impact of psychosocial needs, trauma, and behavioral factors on health-along with the ability to intervene effectively.
    • Exceptional communication and organizational skills, both written and verbal.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
    • Bilingual in Spanish? We'd love that!
    • A strong commitment to the Mission and Vision of Men's Health Foundation.
    • A proven track record of providing compassionate care to diverse populations in a multicultural environment.Ready to make a difference? Join us in transforming lives and delivering essential care to those who need it most!
      
      Compensation details: 90000-105000 Yearly Salary
      
      
      
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