Case Manager RN

Case Manager RN

Req # : 0000221757

Category : Case Management

Status : Full-Time

Shift : Day

Facility : Jersey City Medical Center

Department : Case Management

Pay Range : $85,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Location :

355 Grand Street, Jersey CIty, NJ 07302

Job Title : Case Manager RN

Location : Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name : Case Management

Req # : 0000221757

Status : Salaried

Shift : Day

Pay Range : $85,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Pay Transparency : The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview : Since 1882, Jersey City Medical Center has provided Hudson County with advanced, state-of-the-art medical treatment across various disciplines. Jersey City Medical Center, among many accolades, has earned 14 "A" national safety ratings from the Leapfrog Group since the program's inception in 2012, was awarded Magnet Recognition for superior nursing, was named Best Regional Hospital by US News and World Report and ranked among the 100 best places to work in healthcare (nationally). Jersey City Medical Center is also ideally located- in the vibrant Jersey City waterfront community overlooking the harbor, just 10 minutes from New York City, with a grand view of the Statue of Liberty.

Qualifications :

• ADN from an accredited school of Nursing is required; BSN preferred.
• NJ RN License or active compact license with NJ endorsement required.
• A BLS from the American Heart Association is required.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in an acute care hospital setting is required.
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience in Case Management or Utilization Management is required.

Scheduling Requirements :

Essential Functions : Coordinates quality healthcare services to meet a patient's specific healthcare needs as a result of gathering relevant and comprehensive information by interviewing the patient / family, the primary care physician and the interdisciplinary care team to promote positive clinical and financial outcomes. Performs the primary role functions of assessment, planning, facilitation and advocacy, which are achieved through collaboration with the patient and those involved in the patient's care. Assures that appropriate services are generated in a timely and cost-effective manner by assisting the patient, whenever possible, to appropriately self-direct care, self-advocate, and make informed healthcare decisions to the highest degree possible. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to : positive relationship building, effective written / verbal communications; negotiation; knowledge of contractual or risk arrangements; and ability to effect change, perform ongoing evaluation and critical analysis, plan and organize effectively and promote client / family autonomy. Conducts admission and continued stay review on patients, in accordance with the PPO and / or HMO contracts, InterQual and other classifications as designated by the Utilization / Case Management Review Plan. Identifies trends and patterns of resource use and patient care, and makes recommendations in compliance with established policy and procedure. Ensures continuity of care for patients with post-hospital health care needs and maximizes the patient's and family's abilities to meet the continuing care needs within their social and financial framework. Understands and applies the principles of growth and development to assess a patient's age-specific needs to ensure appropriate treatment and care.

Other Duties : Must be able to scrub and circulate in the following services : vascular, endovascular, neurovascular, neuro / spine, robotics, thoracic, trauma, and general.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier healthcare destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine compassionately and equitably while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every team member. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer