Care Coordinator

University Health System • San Antonio, TX

51d • $33 - $49

About The Position

At the front door of University Health, this role serves to screen patients needing placement in acute or observation beds for the purposes of correct status determinations, and the coordination of appropriate diversions to home or other level of care more appropriate for the services needed to be rendered. This position requires assertive clinical acumen and communication skills for serving in the liaison roles with medical staff, nursing, and patients and families.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with current RN licensure in the State of Texas
• Three years recent, full-time hospital experience preferred.
• Must complete a Clinical Documentation Improvement Course within specified time of hire date.
• Current license from the Board of Nurse Examiners of the State of Texas to practice as a registered nurse is required.

Nice To Haves

• BSN preferred
• National certification (e.g. CCRN, RNC, CEN, CNOR, OCN, ANCC, CAN, CPAN, CFRN, etc.) in related field is preferred.
• Work experience in case management, utilization review or hospital quality assurance experience is preferred.
• National certification in related field is preferred.
• Case Manager Certification (CCM or ANCC) is highly desirable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed