Job Summary:
The LPN Case Manager at Joseph’s House drives comprehensive care delivery within a multidisciplinary framework.
Collaborate: Partner with social workers, clinical coordinators, and staff to address the diverse needs of the community.
Coordinate: Manage the full lifecycle of member services, including intake, assessment, and complex discharge planning.
Advocate: Provide integrated medical and non-medical case management.
Connect: Build strong relationships with leadership, residents, and external community partners to enhance service quality.
Job Responsibilities:
The selected applicant will serve as the lead LPN managing resident care. Key responsibilities include:
Admissions & Triage: Lead the triage and admission process for new residents, ensuring clinical alignment with the community’s care capabilities.
Clinical Oversight: Manage comprehensive resident care, including complex symptom management, medication administration, and the supervision of daily personal care.
Protocol Development: Design, implement, and update resident care protocols to maintain high standards of clinical excellence and safety.
Continuum of Care: Provide specialized medical case management for residents at all stages, from medical stabilization and community reintegration to compassionate end-of-life care.
Interdisciplinary Coordination: Act as a primary liaison and resident advocate with hospitals, hospices, and outpatient clinics to ensure seamless transitions and continuity of care.
Mentorship & Supervision: Train and supervise resident care staff and volunteers to ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered support.
Patient Advocacy: Accompany residents to medical appointments as needed to facilitate clear communication and advocate for their health needs within the broader healthcare system.
Operational Readiness: Participate in a shared weekend and overnight on-call rotation to ensure 24/7 clinical support for the community.
Qualifications
● LPN licensed in the District of Columbia
● At least five years of nursing experience
● Experience working with vulnerable populations, and a desire to bring one’s whole self to the service of our community
● An ability to remain peaceful and productive in times of stress, and to collaborate effectively in a multicultural community
Required Skills/Abilities
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
● Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
● Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
● Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
● Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
● Ability to prioritize tasks.
● Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
● Ability to remain calm, de-escalate conflict, and manage stress
Physical demands
● Ability to stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, stoop, kneel, and crouch
● Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
● Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Cognitive demands
● Attention to detail and focus on quality
● Highest levels of integrity
● Ability to manage and resolve conflict in a productive way
● Calm, tactful, and respectful character
● Ability to work under stressful situations and with limited resources
● Excellent teamwork capabilities
Other Requirements:
● Ability to drive a vehicle
● Valid and unrestricted driver’s license
● Proof of vaccination against COVID-19
Benefits Offered:
● Company Paid Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Insurances
● Company Paid Life Insurance/AD&D & Employee Assistance Program
● Company Paid Short-Term Disability
● 403(b) Plan
● Paid Holidays and Time Off
Pay:
This position starts at $36/ Hour DOE.