Position Summary
The RN Care Manager is responsible for the coordination of the patients care and services. Promotes quality care using a collaborative process that coordinates monitors and evaluates services according to the needs of patients. Works together with the patient and family care team payers and external entities to promote a safe transition from the facility to the next provider or care setting care team payers and external entities to promote a safe transition from the facility to the next provider or care setting in accordance with all applicable laws regulations and Life Care standards.
Education Experience and Licensure Requirements
- Nursing diploma (associates or bachelors degree in nursing)
- Currently licensed / registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
- One (1) year of clinical experience in post acute care setting preferred
- Prior case management utilization review and discharge planning experience preferred
- Certified Case Manager (CCM) or Board Certification in Nursing Case Management (RN BC) preferred
Specific Job Requirements
Generate written communication that is clear concise and well organizedExcellent organizational skills and be efficient in prioritizing and managing time and assignmentsContribute to the organizations goals and objectives and support the organizational strategic plansExpert knowledge in field of practiceMake independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actionKnowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws regulations and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facilityImplement and interpret the programs goals objectives policies and procedures of the departmentPerform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to : patient rights and safety and sanitationMaintains professional working relationships with all associates vendors etc.Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and / or confidential informationUnderstand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance proceduresDisplays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Cares Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance trainingEssential Functions
Demonstrate efficient use of relevant computer systems including but not limited to the ability to enter and retrieve dataServe as liaison to external case managers family physicians and community resourcesTrain and education patients families associates and other providers of careImplement the standards of practice for care management ethical performance and functions relevant to coordination of careExhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patientsAssist in the evacuation of patientsDemonstrate dependable regular attendanceConcentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgmentCommunicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary teamSit stand bend lift push pull stoop walk reach and move intermittently during working hoursRead write speak and understand the English languageAn Equal Opportunity Employer
Required Experience :
Manager
Key Skills
EMR Systems,Hospital Experience,Acute Care,ICU Experience,Hospice Care,Workers' Compensation Law,Home Care,Nursing,Catheterization,Critical Care Experience,Medication Administration,Tube Feeding
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1