About this opportunity
Carson Tahoe Health lists this CASE MANAGER RN opportunity in carson city, Nevada. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
US:NV:Carson City | Nursing Support | Part Time
Description
US:NV:Carson City Case Management
Part Time Day Shift
Summary
This individual is responsible to facilitate care along a continuum through effective resource coordination to help patients achieve optimal health, access to care and appropriate utilization of resources while respecting patient’s right to self-determination
This individual has the overall responsibility for ensuring that care is provided at the right level, right time and with the right resources
The Case Manager collaborates with medical staff, interdisciplinary team, and external resources to assess, coordinate, implement, and evaluate services required to promote quality outcomes and efficient resource management
Qualifications
Required
Minimum 2 years of acute care hospital patient care experience required
Preferred 2 years of experience as acute care case manager
Current unrestricted register nurse license in the State of Nevada
Organizational skills, excellent verbal & written communication skills, ability to lead, coordinate diverse group in fast paced environment, critical thinking, problem solving and negotiation skills
Preferred
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Ability to obtain Accredited Case Manager (ACM) certification
US:NV:Carson City Case Management
Part Time Day Shift
Summary
This individual is responsible to facilitate care along a continuum through effective resource coordination to help patients achieve optimal health, access to care and appropriate utilization of resources while respecting patient’s right to self-determination
This individual has the overall responsibility for ensuring that care is provided at the right level, right time and with the right resources
The Case Manager collaborates with medical staff, interdisciplinary team, and external resources to assess, coordinate, implement, and evaluate services required to promote quality outcomes and efficient resource management
Qualifications
Required
Minimum 2 years of acute care hospital patient care experience required
Preferred 2 years of experience as acute care case manager
Current unrestricted register nurse license in the State of Nevada
Organizational skills, excellent verbal & written communication skills, ability to lead, coordinate diverse group in fast paced environment, critical thinking, problem solving and negotiation skills
Preferred
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Ability to obtain Accredited Case Manager (ACM) certification
Essential Functions
Promotes current National Standards for case management
Transition management – assigns appropriate length of stay, participates in readmission prevention, transition level of care and patient satisfaction
Utilization management – Screens for accurate medical necessity using approved evidenced based criteria, application of supporting medical necessity and denial prevention utilizing physician advisor when necessary
Assists staff in care coordination and demonstrating efficient throughput while assuring care is sequenced and at appropriate level of care
Develops a case management plan consistent with patient needs as identified through the assessment process; Seeks input and validation of the plan with the patient and/or family and interdisciplinary care team; Identifies and manages complex discharge needs
Accurately conducts a thorough, objective assessment of patient’s current status, including psychosocial, physical, financial, educational needs, treatment course and services needed
Compliance with state and federal regulations, The Joint Commission’s standards, Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality (CIHQ), Conditions of Participation and hospital policy
Maintains current knowledge of disease processes, available resources, and treatment options appropriate to patient population
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to promote patient throughput and efficient use of resources
Continuously demonstrates a positive attitude and understanding of case management philosophy, supports team building, and is motivated to fulfill department objectives
Assure patient/family/significant other/caregiver education is completed to support post-acute care needs and documented in electronic medical records
Documents all activity according to policy, including the electronic automated systems
Precept new staff members and is a resource to all staff
Participation in department quality improvement initiatives and projects as assigned
Performs other related duties as assigned
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Worksite address
carson city, NV, 89702, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.