RN Home Care Case ManagerBrightstar Care of Chicago and La Grange is seeking an experienced RN Case Manager to join our clinical team. This role is primarily field-based, conducting patient assessments and re-assessments in clients' homes throughout Chicago, while managing an active caseload and serving as a clinical resource for our field nursing staff. The ideal candidate combines strong critical care clinical judgment with the flexibility and independence needed to manage a mobile, client-facing schedule.
Position Summary:
We're looking for an experienced RN Case Manager to join our clinical team. This role is primarily field-based, conducting patient assessments and re-assessments in clients' homes throughout Chicago, while managing an active caseload and serving as a clinical resource for our field nursing staff. The ideal candidate combines strong critical care clinical judgment with the flexibility and independence needed to manage a mobile, client-facing schedule.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct comprehensive new patient (start of care) assessments in clients' homes
Perform scheduled and as-needed re-assessments to evaluate changes in patient condition and care needs
Manage an active caseload, coordinating care plans, updating documentation, and ensuring continuity of care
Serve as a clinical point of contact for field nurses, answering questions and providing guidance on complex cases
Communicate with physicians, families, and interdisciplinary team members regarding patient status and care plan changes
Ensure care plans and documentation meet regulatory and Joint Commission compliance standards
Identify and escalate clinical concerns or changes in condition appropriately
Participate in office-based team meetings, case conferences, and administrative work (~1 day/week equivalent)
Qualifications
Required:
Active, unrestricted RN license in the state of Illinois
Critical care clinical experience
Reliable personal vehicle, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance
Comfortable with extensive daily driving across the greater Chicago area
Negative TB Test and Physical
Current CPR Certification
Strong assessment, critical thinking, and clinical decision-making skills
Excellent communication skillscomfortable being a clinical resource for peers
Proficiency with electronic documentation systems
Preferred:
Minimum 1 year of ICU experience
Home care, hospice, or case management experience
What We Offer: Competitive salary + mileage reimbursement
Benefits Package including:
Health, Dental & Life Insurance. 401(K) with match. PTO.
Supportive clinical leadership and a collaborative team culture
Autonomy in the field paired with strong office support
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.