Clergy Care Manager (Registered Nurse)

ApplyDescriptionName: Clergy Care Manager, Diocese of San DiegoLocation: San Diego, CAReports to: Vicar of ClergyEmployment Type: Full TimeFLSA Status: ExemptSalary: $70,304 per yearJob SummaryThis position works directly and collaboratively with the Vicar for Clergy Office to assist retired and active priests in identifying, planning, implementing and monitoring health care needs and aiding in decisions by providing support with health care information and community resources.Essential FunctionsAssist priests with completing Advance Directives, Power of Attorney, Release of Medical Information Form, Emergency contacts/next of kin, and Funeral Arrangement.Visit priest during hospital stays or in the Emergency Room. Work with priest to arrange for short-term respite post-hospitalization, short term residential care. Or long-term placement in residential care homes or skilled nursing facility. Coordinate with the hospital discharge planner for post-hospitalization care.Collaborate with priests to assess need for higher level of care and coordinate transfer to facility when prior residence is no longer appropriate.Attend doctor's appointment as needed to advocate for the priest.Review and coordinate Medicare benefits as needed.Assist priest through the transition into retirement.Monitor health and safety of retired priest living independently.Provide regular emotional and practical support to ill priest and family as appropriate and needed.Regularly visit retired priests.Consult with Vicar for Clergy/Bishop as needed.Perform other duties as assigned.Requirements* Practicing Catholic, with a commitment to the values and mission of the ChurchProfessional QualificationsActive Registered Nurse (RN) license in California.Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.Minimum 3-5 years of nursing experience, ideally in case management, geriatric care, community health, hospice, or hospital care coordination.Experience with Medicare, long-term care systems, and community health resources.Ability to travel frequently within the Diocese; valid driver's license required.Strong communication, advocacy, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work sensitively with clergy and aging populations.Ability to maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and pastoral sensitivity, with understanding and compliance with HIPPA regulations.Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.Physical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to travel to homes, hospitals, assisted living facilities, and skilled nursing centers within the Diocese. The employee is required to be mobile to, from, and within the office, as well as maneuver throughout the Diocese to attend meetings, briefings, and other work-related events. Work may require occasional evening or weekend availability depending on emergencies or urgent needs. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.The Diocese of San Diego is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.