Position Summary
The Care Manager Assistant – LPN assists with the coordination of the patient’s care and services. The role promotes quality care using a collaborative process of coordination, monitoring, and evaluation of services according to the needs of and interpersonal contact with patients, 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 the applicable state. Must maintain an active LPN license in good standing throughout employment.
One (1) year of clinical experience in a post‑acute care setting preferred
Prior case management, utilization review, and discharge planning experience preferred
Specific Job Requirements
Generate written communication that is clear, concise, and well‑organized
Excellent organizational skills and efficiency in prioritizing and managing time and assignments
Contribute to the organization’s goals and objectives and support the organizational strategic plans
Expert knowledge in the field of practice
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in a 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: general manager duties, patient rights, and safety and sanitation
Maintain professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
Display integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completing 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 educate 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
Demonstrate physical endurance: sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
Read, write, speak, and understand the English language