Case Manager RN

MyMichigan Health • Alma, MI

72d

About The Position

The Case Manager performs a variety of integrated functions while applying broad professional nursing knowledge. Analyzes and evaluates medical information for quality and appropriateness of care; screens records with variations for peer review; responsible for appropriate and timely intervention and coordination with other members of the Care Management Team to resolve problems related to quality/utilization management activities; provides pertinent clinical data to outside agencies as needed to assure compliance with their requirements; acts as a resource for hospital and medical staff regarding clinical documentation requirements; evaluates patient outcomes through clinical path monitoring.

Requirements

• Credential:RN: Registered Nurse
• Education: Associates Degree
• Three to five years of recent clinical experience in the acute care setting.
• Must be proficient with computer skills and applications.
• Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.
• Mandatory tuberculosis (TB) testing must be done as required.
• Mandatory Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) training must also be completed annually according to the Exposure Control Plan.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of data analysis and bachelor's of Science preferred or a commitment to pursue such degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Documents appropriate to patient's needs and documentation requirements.
• Collaborates with staff, patients, and families in coordinating the referral of patients to appropriate community agencies as determined by their individual discharge plan.
• Initiates timely discharge planning screening on all admissions, and assesses further as needed.
• Develops a discharge plan based on needs identified from assessment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees