Health Care Management Nurse I​/II

Overview

Location:

McAlester, Oklahoma
Position:
Health Care Management Nurse

Level I: Y15A — $58,055.13 per year + Full State Benefits Package

Level II: Y15B — $62,409.27 per year + Full State Benefits Package

Travel is extensive. Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain required car insurance. Occasional short-notice home visits are required, and the candidate must be able to report within an acceptable amount of time.

Work Hours:

Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm initially. Requires dependable Internet service for remote work; telework is possible.

Level I:

• Possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a registered nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or Registered Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC)
• Two years of professional nursing experience

Level II:

• Possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a registered nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or Registered Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC)
• Three years of professional nursing experience

• fulfill medical eligibility assessments for Title 19 nursing home admissions, State Plan Personal Care, and ADVantage Waiver applications. Complete a thorough evaluation of the medical level of care eligibility for each applicant.
• Telephone, Electronic, and/or In-Person Home visits in the assigned area with the applicant to complete a comprehensive assessment that identifies needs and makes recommendations for medical eligibility for long-term care programs.
• Must be able to frequently lift up to 15 lbs. for transporting the computer.
• May be required to assist in other areas, as needed, due to high application volume.
• Assists with Adult Protective Services evaluations as requested.
• Must have stable and reliable home Internet (not a hotspot) for telework or will be required to work in the office.

• KSAs include the knowledge, skills, and ability to analyze complex health concerns and issues, including evaluating adherence to established healthcare standards and the effectiveness of health management plans and/or programs and recommending changes or revisions.
• Employees have a high degree of independence in planning and completing work assignments and may serve as lead on special projects. Requires professional nursing knowledge in reviewing, auditing, and analyzing nursing and healthcare services to ensure appropriate resources are used to meet client needs.

Preference. Preference may be given to applicants who possess experience in long-term care assessment and planning.

OKDHS is a Fair Chance Employer. This is a position in the Oklahoma Civil Service. Announcement Number: 26-JD/JR56007.