Medicare Wellness Nurse, CIM New Bern

Job Summary: The Medicare Wellness nurse works in collaboration with the primary care provider and all members of the health care team to ensure the highest level of service is provided. Primary responsibilities include identification of Medicare patients appropriate for Annual Wellness Visits (AWV) and responsible for conducting the initial and annual preventive care visits. Assesses healthcare needs that require additional follow-up by primary care provider and assists patients in appropriate follow-up. Knowledgeable of community resources and assists patients in connecting with those resources. Responsible for implementing the philosophy, objectives, and standards of care of the Medicare annual wellness program. All duties and responsibilities must be carried out with empathy and compassion towards patients and their families, as well as coworkers.

About CarolinaEast Health System
CarolinaEast Health System is committed to providing high quality, compassionate care across the Coastal Carolina region. At the heart of our system is a 350-bed, full-service medical center equipped with a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services, utilizing the latest medical technologies. We employ over 3,200 dedicated team members and operate physician practices across various specialties in four counties. Our employees foster a culture of excellence that ensures our patients receive the same high level of care found at larger medical centers, all while maintaining a friendly, community-centered atmosphere throughout our facilities. CarolinaEast offers a robust benefits package to all full-time employees, as well as benefits for part-time plus and part-time staff. We are proud to be the first medical center in North Carolina recognized as a Cardiovascular Center of Excellence by the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association. Additionally, we are honored to be named one of America’s Best-In-State Hospitals by Newsweek, among numerous other prestigious accolades.
CarolinaEast Physicians is made up of over 150 physicians, and mid-level providers who provide care to patients spanning four eastern North Carolina Counties. We have specialties including Primary Care, Pediatrics, Rheumatology, Cardiology, Pulmonology, Neurology, Podiatry, Endocrinology, Cardiovascular Surgery, Otolaryngology, General Surgery, Oncology, Urology, Physical Medicine and Rehab, Orthopedics, Psychiatry, and Gastroenterology.

Minimum Requirements:
•    Graduate from an approved school of Nursing.
•    Current RN license with North Carolina State Board of Nursing or Compact License recognized by the North Carolina State Board of Nursing.
•    One year of nursing experience required, 2 years preferred.
•    Must maintain current AHA BLS certification.
•    Demonstrate knowledge of current trends and techniques in nursing.