Peak Vista Community Health Centers is a non-profit healthcare organization whose mission is to provide exceptional healthcare to people facing access barriers.  We provide primary care services (medical, dental and behavioral healthcare) through 28 outpatient health centers in El Paso, Teller, Lincoln, Elbert and Kit Carson counties.  We deliver care with our strong “Hospitality” culture.  Our organization has over 800 employees and serves over 82,000 patients in the Pikes Peak and East Central Plains region.  Peak Vista is accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, Inc. (AAAHC).

Job Summary (Essential Functions)

As an integral member of teh Centralized Care Team, the RN Care Manager functions as a liaison between the patient and other members of the Care Team in a joint effort to optimize the patients' health status and quality of life. The RN Care Manager will work collaboratively with the patient and the Care Team to identify and develop an appropriate plan which will assist the patient to achieve their wellness goals. Through communication and the identification of available resources, assists patients in identifying and obtaining services necessary to meet their physical and emotional needs. The RN Care Manager will perform routine and emergent nursing functions pertinent to efficient, ambulatory patient care, while following the guidelines set forth by the Colorado Nurses Practice Act. This will in turn promote quality and cost effective outcomes. Performs other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required; BSN preferred

Work Experience: Two years experience in case management preferred and minimum of 1 year clinical nursing required.

Cognitive Skills (Language, Math, Reasoning Ability): Excellent language, reasoning and thinking abilities.

Computer Skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Electronic Health Record

Other Skills: Knowledgeable of community resources, sensitivity to low income and divers groups of people, ability to work with families from a strenghts-based model and strong interpersonal skills. Bi-lingual (Spanish) preferred. Self motivated. Valid driver's license and insured automobile required. Must be able to work a flexible schedule including some evenings.

Certifications & Licenses: Current Colorado RN license required and current CPR (BCLS) certification required

Physical Demands
Frequent standing and walking, occasional long periods of sitting, moderate bending, moderate energy requirements and fine motor skills. Looking at computer screen continuously for long periods of time, hearing within normal range. Able to travel from clinic to clinic as required and make home visits as needed. Must be able to lift 20 pounds.