Registered Nurse-Access Care- Hybrid -24 Hours-Afternoons

Henry Ford Health • Detroit, MI

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Within the System Capacity Command Center (SC3) at Henry Ford Health, the Access Management Nurse operates under minimal supervision to review and screen recommended admission cases at Henry Ford Health System Emergency Departments. The nurse uses clinical and regulatory knowledge and skills to reduce financial risk and exposure due to inappropriate admissions. The role collaborates with ED physicians, attending physicians, and third-party payers regarding initial screening reviews. It facilitates throughput in the most cost-effective manner through continuous assessments, problem identification, and education.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in nursing.
• Three years of clinical experience.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan.
• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and produce detailed and accurate work.
• Excellent clinical knowledge and assessment skills to evaluate and prioritize care issues.
• Ability to assess and handle highly sensitive and confidential matters with considerable discretion and independent judgment.
• Demonstrated positive work ethic and strong sense of teamwork and problem-solving with co-workers.

Nice To Haves

• Experience facilitating InterQual reviews and the admission process.
• Experience with systems that support patient flow, admission, and transfer.
• Understanding of Henry Ford Health policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Review and screen recommended admission cases at Henry Ford Health System Emergency Departments.
• Use clinical and regulatory knowledge to reduce financial risk and exposure due to inappropriate admissions.
• Collaborate with ED physicians, attending physicians, and third-party payers regarding initial screening reviews.
• Facilitate cost-effective patient throughput through continuous assessments, problem identification, and education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time