Care Manager RN

Providence • Everett, WA

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About The Position

The Transition Coordinator delivers a remarkable patient experience and supports the health system’s commitment to patients and families. This experienced nurse provides one-to-one instruction and education to patients and families before and after surgical procedures in the coordinator’s specialty area, such as cardiothoracic or orthopedic care. The coordinator serves as a patient advocate and discharge nurse, conducts follow-up calls to assess and assist patients as they transition home, and makes appropriate referrals for follow-up care and rehabilitation. The role also provides continuity among the patient, surgeon, and primary care physician until the transition of care back to the primary care physician is complete.

The position is with Providence Regional Medical Center Everett, whose culture emphasizes patient-focused, whole-person care, understanding, commitment, mutual respect, and empowering caregivers. The medical center received the HealthGrades Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence four years in a row.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
• Washington Registered Nurse License upon hire.
• Acute care experience in the assigned specialty area, such as cardiovascular critical care, orthopedic surgery, or postoperative care.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Nursing.
• Experience appropriate to the specialty, such as cardiac rehabilitation, outpatient cardiac nursing care, outpatient orthopedics, or physical therapy.
• Case management or navigator experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one instruction and education to patients and families before and after surgical procedures in the assigned specialty area.
• Serve as a patient advocate and discharge nurse.
• Make follow-up calls to assess and assist patients with their transition home.
• Refer patients for appropriate follow-up care and rehabilitation, such as cardiac rehabilitation or physical therapy.
• Maintain continuity of care among the patient, surgeon, and primary care physician until care transitions back to the primary care physician.

Benefits

• Benefits designed to support employees and their families in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level