Hospital Rn Case Manager
Are you an experienced Hospital Registered Nurse looking for a new opportunity with a prestigious local hospital and wanting to get into case management? Do you want the chance to advance your career by joining a rapidly growing company? If you answered “yes" to any of these questions – this is the position for you!
If you are interested in being considered for this position, email kurt @ healthcaresupport.com
Daily Responsibilities:
• In conjunction with physicians, develops plans of care and discharge plans, monitors all clinical activities, makes recommendations for alternative levels of care, identifies cost-effective protocols, and develops guidelines for care
• Performs daily pre-admission, admission, and concurrent utilization reviews using guidelines, institutional
policies/procedures, and other information to determine appropriate levels of care and readiness for discharge.
• Escalates utilization and system problems which have not been resolved at the local level to the next level immediately.
• Monitors the progression of the plan of care and facilitates discussions with the multidisciplinary teams.
• Educates other healthcare team members on utilization and cost containment initiatives.
• Collaborates with and provides information to patients, families, physicians, and staff regarding the provisions of care.
• Incorporates and counsels on the correct and consistent application, interpretation, and utilization of member health care benefits (including transition of care).
• Must have clear and active RN license in CA
• BSN or equivalent education/experience in nursing or health related field
• Acute care case management required within a hospital setting (minimum 1 year within the last 3 years) with references to reflect.
• Previous case management experience and demonstrated experience in utilization management, discharge planning, or transfer coordination
• Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission and other federal/state/local regulations
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) required
• Competitive salary, $38 - $50/HR
• Permanent position
• Benefits offered, Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Fun and positive work environment