Care Manager RN: Per Diem Day

Providence•Santa Monica, CA

21d

About The Position

The Inpatient Registered Nurse (RN) Care Manager provides professional, comprehensive, patient-centric care management for at-risk patients in an acute care environment. The role includes assessment and planning, coordination of care, resource utilization management and review, discharge planning, documentation of interventions, regulatory compliance, and patient advocacy. The goal is to ensure appropriate healthcare resources are used throughout the continuum so patients receive the right care, at the right time, in the right setting. The Care Manager practices in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act in the state of employment and the standards of practice outlined by the American Case Management Association. The position requires ongoing professional development to remain current with best practices, industry standards, and regulatory requirements. The role is with Saint Johns Health Center and is part of Providence’s patient-focused, whole-person care culture.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in nursing or nursing diploma upon hire.
California Registered Nurse License upon hire.
Two years of acute care experience in a Medical Surgical or inpatient setting.
One year of care management or utilization review experience in any setting, or successful completion of the TIPS program or Case Management Orientation Program upon hire.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in nursing or higher within three years of hire.
Case management certification (ACM or CCM) upon hire.

Responsibilities

Assess patient needs and plan care management services.
Coordinate care and manage or review resource utilization.
Plan for patient discharge.
Document interventions and comply with regulatory requirements.
Advocate for patients and support appropriate use of healthcare resources across the continuum of care.
Practice in accordance with the applicable Nurse Practice Act and American Case Management Association standards.
Maintain professional knowledge of best practices, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.