Registered Nurse, Case Manager (Rn)

Role: Registered Nurse, Case Manager (RN)
Location: Columbus, GA-31904
Position: Full Time + Benefits

Under the general supervision of the Case Management Director, acts as a patient advocate/ Case Manager to hospital clients. An autonomous role that coordinates, negotiates, procures services and resources for, and manages the care of complex patients to facilitate achievement of quality and cost-effective patient outcomes.

Essential Functions include but are not limited to:

· Knowledge of and works within the CMS Conditions of Participation for Discharge planning.
· Timely assessment of patients identified with discharge planning needs.
· Development and implementation of discharge plans for each patient targeting optimal cost and quality outcomes.
· Re-evaluation for discharge needs upon change of condition of the patient or caregiver's ability to care for the patient.
· Maximizes care coordination efforts and collaborates with the healthcare team to promote efficient movement through the continuum of care.
· Identifies and mitigates delays in the delivery of care.
· Effective and appropriate communication with the healthcare team, patient, and family.
· Timely, appropriate, and accurate documentation of the discharge plan, patient progress to plan, and communication with the healthcare team, patient, and family in the medical record.
· Assists the Director of Case Management with collection of data for the UM Committee and other reports.
· Escalates cases appropriately.
· As required, collaborates with payers to ensure authorization for discharge plan needs.
· Participates in Interdisciplinary Rounds.
· Displays effective communication skills.
· Assists the Director of Case Management with other job duties as requested.
· Demonstrates knowledge of HIPAA guidelines and utilizes them in all aspects of communication.

Education:

• Associate degree in Nursing required. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing is desirable.
• The Registered Nurse must possess a license to practice in the state of Georgia or a compact license.

Experience:

• 5 or more years in the acute care setting.
• Experience in other related healthcare settings considered.
• Previous case management experience is desirable, but not required.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $72,768.27 - $95,751.47 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work setting:

• Acute care
• Hospital
• Inpatient

Experience:

• Case management: 3 years (Required)
• Acute Care Hospital: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• GA, RN License or Compact License (Required)

Work Location: In person