About this opportunity
Glens Falls Hospital lists this Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager - Care Management (Acute Care) opportunity in glens falls, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
Salary Range
The expected base rate for this Glens Falls, New York, United States-based position is $40.83 to $60.74 per hour. (Exact rate is determined on a case-by-case basis commensurate with experience level, as well as education and certifications pertaining to each position which may be above the listed job requirements.)
The Impact You Can Make
The Case Manager (Acute Care) role must optimize and integrate the interface between clinical and financial systems supporting positive health outcomes. The Case Manager uses nursing and case management knowledge to promote appropriate allocation of hospital and other resources, while striving to provide high quality care to each patient in a cost effective and timely manner. Support services provided by the Case Manager include, but are not limited to, utilization review, case management, weekend and holiday case management, care transition, collaboration with physicians and social workers for care coordination and discharge planning.
How You Will Fulfill Your Potential (Responsibilities)
Ensures order in chart/EMR coincides with the InterQual review or CMS rules and regulations for appropriate Level of Care and status on all patients through collaboration with Utilization Review RN.
Assesses the patient's plan of care as soon as possible on admission and re-evaluates.
Contacts the attending physician for additional information if the patient does not meet the appropriate guidelines.
Collaborates and makes referrals to physician advisor when unable to resolve issues with attending physician.
Meets with patient and/or family/personal representative as soon as possible, but not greater than 48 hours of admission, to assess, evaluate, and identify discharge needs. Provides support and information, as needed.
Will facilitate safe transitional care practices to reduce readmissions and to ensure safe transition from the acute care setting to the post-acute care setting.
What You Bring (Qualifications)
Education/Experience:
Bachelors of Nursing (BSN) is preferred at hire, and is required within 5 years of hire. Exceptions may be made for Associate's degree RN with relevant experience and obtains certification in case management (CCM or ACM) within 1 year.
Minimum of two years of experience in a hospital environment strongly preferred
Home care, payer, or other experience will be considered
Licenses, Certifications, Registrations: Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in New York State
Skills and Abilities:
Ability to function autonomously maintaining a high level of clinical and professional accountability
Demonstrates skill in creative problem solving, facilitation, collaboration, coordination and critical thinking
Embraces change and continuously identifies opportunities for improvement by demonstrating a commitment to creativity and innovation
Committed to promoting excellence in Customer Service; functions as a team player
Computer literacy and data analysis skills are required
Maintains professional image by demonstrating strong verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrates ability in self-starting, self-directing and clear decision making behaviors
About Us
Mission
Our mission is to improve the health of people in our region by providing access to exceptional, affordable, and patient-centered care every day and in every setting.
Communities We Serve
Located in the foothills of the beautiful Adirondack mountains, Glens Falls is conveniently located a short drive away from the capital region and Lake George. Work at the top of your profession and jumpstart your next career here at Glens Falls Hospital!
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law.
Benefits
Glens Falls Hospital is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are available to active, full-time and part-time employees who work at least 30 hours per week, can be found on the career page here.
Who can apply
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