Manager Care Progression

Saint Luke's Physician Group • Overland Park, KS

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Grow your career with Saint Luke's South! We are looking for a driven RN or Social Worker ready to step into a Manager Care Progression role and lead the future of patient care coordination and professional growth! The Care Progression Manager serves as an integral component of the Capacity Leadership Team for the Health System while owning primary oversight for case management at Saint Luke’s East Hospital. This position reports directly to the Vice President of Patient Progression. This position is responsible for the management direction and coordination of Case Management and Social Work components that comprise the Care Progression Department. The Manager plans, directs and implements all services related to case coordination, concurrent review, and utilization management programs, ensuring compliance with TJC, state and other regulatory agencies.

Requirements

• RN or Social Worker required
• Master's required for Social Worker
• Bachelor's required for RN
• 3-5 years experience required
• Applicable Experience: 3-5 years Registered Nurse (KS) - National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NURSYS), Registered Nurse (MO) - National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NURSYS)
• Bachelor's Degree

Nice To Haves

• 2-5 years leadership experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Managing designated aspects of the case coordination, prior authorization, clinical documentation, and concurrent review programs to ensure maximal reimbursement, prevent financial loss to the hospital, and to minimize patient liability
• Serving as an escalation point for complex discharges
• Managing individual(s) including but not limited to: hires, trains, assigns work, manages & evaluates performance, conducts professional development plans.
• Ensuring that the productivity and actions of that group meet/support the overall operational goals of the department as established by department leadership
• Developing and adhering to departmental staffing, revenue and/or expense budgets
• Responding to changes in the business which may affect the ability to achieve the budgets goals
• Adjusting programs to support the needs of the target patient population

Benefits

• We believe in work/life balance.
• We are dedicated to innovation and always looking for ways to improve.
• We believe in creating a collaborative environment where all voices are heard.
• We are here for you and will support you in achieving your goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager