RN Case Manager - Inpatient

Overview

Sign on bonus Eligible! $8,000.00

POSITION SUMMARY:

​The RN Social Worker Case Manager-Inpatient is responsible for identifying, assessing, planning and coordinating, implementing, monitoring and evaluating options and services across the continuum of care for individuals in assigned case load. Health care services are coordinated on behalf of the patient to promote the delivery of care at the appropriate level of care which will optimize clinical outcomes and satisfaction with services, as determined by individualized care plans. The Case Manager assures the designation of primary responsibility among team members to each aspect of the plan, avoiding duplication and fragmentation. The Case Manager assesses and intervenes to address the complex psychosocial and behavioral health issues and needs associated with hospitalizations and transition plans. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide services to the assigned patient population. Flexible work schedule required, including weekend, holiday, and on-call rotation.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing must be obtained within 3 years of date of hire into role.
Licenses/Certifications:

RN-Registered Nurse
Other Licenses/Certifications:

Care Management Certification, as appropriate, for adult or pediatric within 3 years of hire. If certification exam is not meet within 3 years, the deadline can be extended by one year

CPR certification within 90 days of hire

Experience:

1 year of nursing experience

Experience with chronic illness and medical and community resources

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Experience:

3 years of experience caring for patients with progressively increasing responsibility

Chronic, complex illnesses adult and/or pediatric care management experience

Other requirements/information:

Working knowledge of a clinical EMR system and Microsoft Office applications

Broad knowledge of chronic illness and medical and community resources

Positive, empathetic approach and ability to communicate effectively to patients and families with a variety of health issues, age groups, and socioeconomic backgrounds

Proven ability to use independent judgement and work independently and efficiently with excellent time management skills

Substantial interpersonal skills to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with personnel form other departments

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

Job seekers will be afforded equal opportunity regardless of their race, ethnicity, veteran status or disability status.