RN Case Manager

Location: CHA Windsor Street Care Center, Cambridge, MA

About the Role

The Cambridge Public Health Department (CPHD), a recipient of the 2013 Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Culture of Health Prize, works to protect and promote the health of everyone in the city, with a special focus on vulnerable populations. Administered by the Cambridge Health Alliance, the CPHD uses a Social Determinants of Health framework to address factors like economic stability, education, and racism that affect community well-being.

The School Health Nursing program, a collaboration between CPHD and Cambridge Public Schools, supports students in grades K-12 by promoting health and academic success. Staffed by registered nurses, vision and hearing specialists, health assistants, and dental program staff, the program provides first aid, medication administration, health counseling, and education while ensuring state mandates are met. It develops care plans for students with chronic illnesses, connects families to healthcare resources, advises school staff, and verifies immunizations. Full-time coverage is provided in all public schools, with healthcare oversight extended to three nonpublic schools, city-managed preschools, and camps.

As a Nurse Case Manager, you will address the needs of students with chronic health conditions to ensure their safe attendance at school. You will assist in initiating a "Bridge" re-entry program for students returning to academics after extended absences (e.g., post-hospitalization, rehabilitation, or concussion) to facilitate their successful return to learning. You will also support additional projects such as responding to state and local emergencies, pandemic response, and changes in state mandates for school health services. The role includes conducting an annual community health needs assessment addressing health inequities and the impact of institutional racism and socioeconomic disparities on students and their academic achievement.

Responsibilities

• Manage the needs of students with chronic health conditions to enable safe school attendance.
• Assist in initiating and implementing the "Bridge" re-entry program for students returning after extended absences.
• Support emergency response efforts, including pandemic preparedness and state mandate changes.
• Conduct an annual community health needs assessment focusing on health inequities and disparities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Nursing Supervisor and assist with grant requirements.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse in good standing with the Board of Registration in Nursing.
• Current MA RN Licensure required.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree required.
• Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross).
• Pediatric experience and/or Emergency/Public Health experience.
• Experience in Case Management preferred.

Schedule

• Part-time: 24 hours per week.
• Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM (6-hour shifts).
• No weekend, holiday, or on-call requirements.

About the Organization

Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) is a passionate advocate for the underserved, actively partnering with communities to address challenging public health issues and conduct research to reduce barriers to care. CHA believes everyone deserves access to high-quality, convenient healthcare and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits, and professional development opportunities for employees. The organization is committed to equity and excellence in healthcare and seeks compassionate, committed individuals to join its mission.