Case Manager
AHS Vista LLC•Waukegan, IL
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About The Position
Vista Medical Center is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Case Manager - Registered Nurse (RN) to join our healthcare team. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring patients receive the best possible care by coordinating services, facilitating discharge planning, and optimizing the care continuum.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (BSN preferred).
- Two years of recent nursing experience in an acute care setting.
- Active RN License in the state of Illinois.
- AHA CPR certification (must be current).
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to assess, plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate patient care options and services.
- Coordinate the case management process, ensuring patients receive appropriate care and resources.
- Oversee the discharge planning process, working closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure smooth transitions.
- Perform utilization review to assess medical necessity, care appropriateness, and compliance with healthcare policies.
- Support PHIP (Patient Health Improvement Programs) to enhance patient outcomes and overall care quality.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient progress, care plans, and case management activities.
- Provide education to patients, families, physicians, and the multidisciplinary team on case management processes, insurance approvals/denials, and available healthcare resources.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive healthcare environment.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Professional growth and development opportunities.
