Case Manager , RN (FH)
Northwell•New York, NY
About The Position
Facilitates patient's hospitalization from pre-admission through post-discharge. Coordinates with physicians, nurses, social workers and other health team members to expedite medically appropriate, cost-effective care. Assesses, plans, oversees and evaluates the appropriateness of care across the acute care continuum. Applies clinical expertise and medical appropriateness criteria to resource utilization and discharge planning.
Requirements
- Bachelors Degree in Nursing, required.
- Current license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State.
- Minimum five (5) years clinical experience as a registered nurse.
- A strong clinical background and an understanding of the preparation and post procedure monitoring requirements for diagnostic/radiological and/or surgical procedures
- PC literate.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, spreadsheet management, required.
Nice To Haves
- Masters Degree, preferred.
- Patient Review Instruments (PRI) Certification, preferred. Certification in Case Management, preferred.
- Prior experience in utilization management and/or discharge planning, preferred.
Responsibilities
- Coordinates and facilitates patient care throughout hospitalization.
- Performs concurrent utilization management.
- Ensures compliance with current state, federal and third party payer regulations.
