CASE MANAGER (RN/LIC) DISCHARGE PLANNING

Universal Health Services • West Palm Beach, FL

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About The Position

This opportunity is Full Time day shift Case Manager position- Discharge Planning at Wellington Regional Medical Center, a 235-bed, acute care hospital located in Wellington, Florida. The hospital has been providing high quality healthcare services to the residents of Palm Beach County since 1986 and is accredited by The Joint Commission. Wellington Regional is committed to advanced technologies and expanding programs and services to meet the needs of the growing community it serves. The organization promotes an environment that fosters compassion, teamwork, innovation, and opportunities for professional growth.

Requirements

• Must be a Florida RN.
• 2-4 years recent acute care experience required.
• Experience in utilization chart review and discharge planning.
• Knowledge of InterQual Criteria.
• Strong clinical background needed with strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• Managed care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensures appropriate utilization of hospital services as well as developing a discharge plan and all appropriate services in a timely manner.
• Recognizes the signs and symptoms of stroke and calls a stroke alert overhead.
• Verbalizes stroke alert process.
• Works with the stroke patient and family for discharge planning and treatment based on needs, condition, and prognosis of patient.
• Maintains currency in stroke knowledge by completing the annual 1 hour online training.
• Reports to the Director of Case Management.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off.
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans.
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.
• Educational Assistance.
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program.
• Career development opportunities across UHS and its 300+ locations.
• HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees