RN-Case Management
Company: Wilson Medical Center
Location: Wilson
Posted on: May 9, 2024
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Job Description:
Who We Are: People are our passion and purpose. Work where you
are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. At Wilson
Medical Center, a 294-bed facility, we bring new and innovative
programs to those who matter the most - our community. With great
pride, we offer Growing Tree Child Care Center on-site daycare
where children are offered a nurturing, safe environment centered
around the needs of each child. Where We Are: Wilson residents
enjoy a community rich in educational, cultural, and social
opportunities. We are home to numerous athletic and water sports,
festivals, and arts and entertainment venues. From the beach to the
mountains, in Wilson, you are within easy driving distance of all
that North Carolina has to offer. Why Choose Us: Health (Medical,
Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
Competitive Paid Time Off/Extended Illness Bank package for
full-time employees Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical,
and financial wellness assistance Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance
for qualified applicants Opportunities for education and training
through a partnership with Duke LifePoint Healthcare Growing Tree
On-Site Childcare Facility And much more Position Summary: An
active member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team the Case
Manager facilitates internal and external delivery of healthcare
services. The Case Manager integrates the roles of Utilization
Management, Case Management, and Discharge Planning. The Case
Manager is responsible for care coordination and development of the
discharge plan through collaboration with the healthcare team and
internal/external resources. The job objective is to promote a
collaborative interdisciplinary care delivery model to achieve
optimal clinical and financial outcomes with adherence to
regulations and compliance. Essential Functions
1. Case Manager independently performs initial and ongoing
discharge screens/evaluations to determine general health
behaviors, practices and resources that will influence the patient
and family's abilities to manage chronic conditions optimally.
2. Collaborate with the health care team to determine the extent of
functional deficits and areas for potential improvement.
3. Assess emotional status and quality of relationships and
adequacy of social support systems, identifying new sources of
support.
4. Prioritizes immediate plan for barriers to discharge including
medication availability for use, shelter and appropriate food, and
primary care physician coordinating care resources accordingly
5. Assures patient/family/caregiver understands and has access to
all prescribed post-discharge therapies.
6. Communicate with patients/families admission to discharge
7. The Case Manager independently performs clinical reviews based
on the Utilization Review Plan with follow-up actions identified
for medical necessity and level of care
8. Maintains clinical and financial documentation
9. Participates in performance improvement processes as well as
other duties as required by the job EEOC Statement: Wilson Medical
Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for
all applicants, and employees while complying with all applicable
laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant
for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national
origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual
orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by
applicable federal, state or local law. Qualifications -
External
Minimum Education
Associate's degree x Required
Bachelor's degree x Preferred
Required Skills
- Ability to understand, communicate, and react effectively to
patient and family needs
- Critical thinking
- Work well independently while keeping calm and maintaining
customer focus
- Must be able to work collaboratively with internal and external
resources for optimal discharge planning
Required Licenses
Registered Nurse
- Current/active North Carolina or compact RN license
- BLS optional
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking
for diversity in candidates for employment:
Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
Keywords: Wilson Medical Center, Wilson , RN-Case Management, Healthcare , Wilson, North Carolina
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