Case Manager M-F 1 weekend every 4 weeks rotating holidays

Duke Careers•Durham, NC

18h

About The Position

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. About Duke Raleigh Hospital, A Campus of Duke University Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with the Duke Raleigh Campus in Raleigh, North Carolina. With 204-beds, it is the third largest of the four Duke Health hospitals and offers a comprehensive array of services, including cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, advanced gastrointestinal, and wound healing care. Duke Nursing Highlights: Duke University Health System is designated as a Magnet organizationNurses from each hospital are consistently recognized each year as North Carolina's Great 100 Nurses. Duke University Health System was awarded the American Board of Nursing Specialties Award for Nursing Certification Advocacy for being strong advocates of specialty nursing certification. Duke University Health System has 6000 + registered nurses Quality of Life: Living in the Triangle! Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility) External Candidates eligible for a $7,500.00 Commitment Bonus paid over 1 year Manage a designated caseload to coordinate and complete timely assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of discharge plans and care transitions across the continuum of care. Ensure optimum utilization of the patient's and the Health System's resources and perform these duties within the requirements of CMS and other external review agencies.

Requirements

Ability to work effectively in a self-directed role
Ability to multi-task, capable of daily problem-solving complex issues
Excellent written and verbal skills
Basic computer skills necessary
BSN or MSW required
3 years of relevant experience
Requires Case Management Certification (ACM, CCM or ANCC) within 3 years of hire.
MSW or BSN required.
If BSN must have current or compact RN licensure in state of NC.

Responsibilities

Monitor daily census and assignment to assure all patients are assessed.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
Case management needs including care coordination/transition and discharge planning, consultations, advocacy, education. Maintain effective communication with health care team members related to assessment findings, discharge planning needs and provider orders needed to arrange Homecare, Durable Medical Equipment, Transportation, Skilled Nursing or Acute Rehab Facility placement, Substance Abuse Treatment and outpatient follow-up.
Maintain working knowledge of specific benefits and reimbursement guidelines, the discharge planning process and applicable federal, state and local regulations.
Provide education and guidance on these topics to providers, patients and families as needed.
Work with Utilization Management partners to provide information and feedback that will enhance negotiations and denial prevention with payers.
Maintain timely documentation of assessment findings, discharge arrangements and actions taken according to departmental guidelines; prepare reports and maintain records as requested and/or required.
Participate in Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities as requested.
Job responsibilities may include site specific duties, weekend/holiday or after hours coverage as designated at each entity.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with customers internal and external to Duke Health System.