RN Care Manager, $7500 sign on bonus opportunity (Full time weekdays)

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences • Little Rock, AR

240d • Onsite

About The Position

The RN Care Manager is responsible for managing the continuum of care for admission through discharge for assigned patients. The role reflects appropriate knowledge of the RN scope of practice, current state requirements, CMS Conditions of Participation, EMTALA, Patient Bill of Rights, AB 1203 and other Federal or State regulatory agency requirements specific to discharge planning. The RN Care Manager partners with the multi-disciplinary team, utilizes scientific evidence for best practices, relevant data and compliance with the Mission and Core Values of UAMS. A hybrid remote staffing model opportunity may be available, but not required. Remote work is subject to the staffing needs of the department.

Requirements

• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, ADN, or Diploma RN Degree.
• Three (3) years RN experience with current BLS certification.
• Valid Arkansas Registered Nursing License.

Nice To Haves

• National Nursing Certification.
• BSN preferred; Certified Case Manager (CCM) or American Case Management (ACM) certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage the continuum of care for assigned patients from admission through discharge.
• Partner with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure best practices and compliance with regulations.
• Initiate appropriate referrals to internal and external interdisciplinary teams.
• Establish a working diagnosis on every patient at the time of the initial review.
• Communicate the target length of stay and estimated discharge on every patient.
• Document all team, physician, and patient/family communication and concerns.
• Identify and intervene to ensure timely discharges and document delays.
• Assess patients prior to discharge to ensure the appropriateness of the discharge plan.
• Participate in Performance Improvement and Evidence-Based Practice processes.
• Support the integration of current evidence into nursing practices.

Benefits

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family.
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave.
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only).
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS.
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000.
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities.
• Merchant Discounts.
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree