RN Care Coordinator
About The Position
CHI St. Alexius Health Turtle Lake is a 25-bed critical access hospital with a Level V Emergency Department available 24 hours a day. Since 1952, our hospital has been committed to providing quality medical treatment to patients in the Turtle Lake area and surrounding communities. Over the years, we have continuously sought to upgrade the quality and number of services we provide. Our affiliation with major medical centers and health care agencies has allowed us to expand our health care services through a network that begins at the local level. CHI St. Alexius Health Turtle Lake is equipped with two emergency rooms, on-site lab, radiology, CT, and physical therapy services. Our patients have access to 24/7 emergency care, swing-bed programs, and acute care services. As our RN Care Coordinator, you will oversee the progression of care and discharge planning for identified patients, promoting quality and cost-effective outcomes while adhering to all hospital policies and regulations. Every day, you will coordinate, communicate, and collaborate with utilization management, nursing, physicians, ancillary departments, insurers, and post-acute providers to progress care toward optimal outcomes at the appropriate level. You will also advocate for patients and families, identifying and addressing barriers to care transitions, and striving to enhance the patient experience. To be successful in this role, you will be a Registered Nurse with strong clinical judgment, exceptional communication and collaboration skills, a deep understanding of care coordination principles, and a fervent commitment to patient advocacy and enhancing the overall patient experience.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Minimum two (2) years of acute hospital clinical experience or a Masters degree in Case Management or Nursing field in lieu of 1 year experience
- RN license in the state(s) covered is required. North Dakota RN:ND or Compact
- BLS required within 3 months of hiring
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) or related healthcare field
- At least five (5) years of nursing experience
- Certified Case Manager (CCM), Accredited Case Manager (ACM-RN), or UM Certification
Responsibilities
- Conduct and document comprehensive discharge assessments, updating plans as patient needs evolve to ensure clinical and psychosocial goals are met
- Lead the development and implementation of discharge plans by collaborating with the healthcare team, patients, families, and post-acute providers
- Partner with the clinical team to manage resource utilization and ensure the progression of care using evidence-based criteria
- Facilitate seamless transitions to post-acute settings and implement targeted interventions to mitigate readmission risks for at least 30 days
- Serve as a patient advocate, ensuring all mandatory notifications are delivered, documentation is accurate, and patients are effectively educated on their care
- Maintain adherence to organizational mission, hospital policies, and regulatory standards while participating in performance improvement and ongoing professional education
Benefits
- $20,000 employment incentive to new hires who meet the eligibility requirements
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
