Foster care case manager Jobs in St Louis, MO

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MO-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Jefferson City

Worker Type : PRN1

Job Highlights :

PRN Opportunity located at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Jefferson City, MO

At SSM Health, we believe in providing our employees with a fulfilling career. We strive to create an environment where individuals can grow both personally and professionally. Our company values diversity, innovation, and collaboration, and we are committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve.

Joining SSM Health means becoming part of a team that is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and making a difference in people's lives. Our employees are passionate about what they do, and their commitment to our mission is what sets us apart.

The role of the RN-Case Manager supports our organization by ensuring patients are discharged from the hospital safely, identifying any barriers and working through those with the patient and care team.

Job Summary :

Assesses, develops, plans, implements, and evaluates patients discharge planning needs to next level of care in collaboration with interdisciplinary team.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements :

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures compliance with Condition of Participation (CoP) discharge planning.
• Identifies and escalates gaps / barriers related to inpatient and observation length of stay.
• Assesses patients at high risk for readmission. Identifies root cause for readmission. Develops plan and collaborates with multidisciplinary team regarding discharge planning to next level of care.
• Participates with other members of team regarding opportunities for improvement in standard work.
• May also be responsible for : utilization management process, ED case management process, admission process, and act as a case manager liaison with post acute providers (skilled nursing facilities, rehab, home health, etc.).
• Applies the existing body of evidence-based practice and scientific knowledge in health care to nursing practice, ensuring that nursing care is delivered based on patient’s age-specific needs and clinical needs as described in the department's Scope of Service.
• As an SSM Health nurse, I will demonstrate the professional nursing standards defined in the professional practice model. Uses the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses to guide his / her response to the current and evolving health and nursing needs of our patients and our patient populations.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.

EDUCATION

EXPERIENCE

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND / OR CERTIFICATIONS

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Work Shift :

PRN / Per Diem Shift (United States of America)

Job Type : Employee

Department :

8573000011 Care Coordination Scheduled Weekly Hours : 0

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