Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse Case Manager to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will coordinate comprehensive patient care plans, facilitate effective communication among healthcare professionals, and ensure seamless transitions across various care settings. Your expertise will help optimize patient outcomes, promote efficient resource utilization, and support patients throughout their recovery journey. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives while working within a collaborative and innovative environment.
Duties
- Conduct thorough patient assessments, including vital signs, medical history, and physiological evaluations to determine individualized care needs.
- Develop and implement personalized case management plans that align with clinical guidelines, hospital policies, and patient preferences.
- Collaborate closely with healthcare professionals across disciplines such as physicians, therapists, social workers, and discharge planners to coordinate care effectively.
- Manage utilization review processes by evaluating medical necessity, supporting appropriate resource allocation, and ensuring compliance with health regulation policies.
- Facilitate discharge planning by coordinating post-acute care services, home health arrangements, hospice care options, and outpatient follow-ups.
- Maintain accurate and detailed medical records using Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems while adhering to HIPAA regulations to protect patient confidentiality.
- Engage in patient education initiatives to enhance understanding of treatment plans, medication management, and health promotion strategies.
Skills
- Proven experience in critical care environments such as ICU or Level II/Level I Trauma Centers with a strong understanding of trauma and emergency medicine protocols.
- Extensive knowledge of hospital medicine, infectious disease care, geriatrics, behavioral health, and medical-surgical nursing practices.
- Skilled in clinical case management with proficiency in patient assessment, diagnostic evaluation, and utilization management.
- Familiarity with Wellsky EMR systems previously (Kinnser) for efficient documentation and medical records management.
- Excellent client communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse healthcare teams.
- Strong understanding of health regulation policies including HIPAA compliance and medical terminology.
- Ability to manage multiple complex cases simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and delivering high-quality patient service.
- Experience in outpatient clinics or post-acute care settings is highly desirable for this role.
Join us as a Registered Nurse Case Manager to be at the forefront of patient-centered care! Bring your expertise in acute and post-acute environments to help guide patients through their recovery process while working within a supportive team committed to excellence in healthcare delivery. Your dedication will directly impact the well-being of those we serve!
Pay: $43.00 - $75.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
