RN Case Manager, Full time, Days, Clarksville

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Clarksville, TN

About The Position

The RN Case Manager assists with coordination of services through the continuum of care and balances quality patient care with cost-effective utilization of resources. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position working days from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the VCH Case Management organization in Clarksville. The role coordinates admission, treatment, and discharge plans; supports appropriate utilization of hospital services and care settings; and serves as a liaison to help ensure appropriate reimbursement for hospital stays and services. The position requires registered nurse licensure, graduation from an approved discipline-specific program, and three years of relevant work experience. The Case Manager applies skills in patient assessment and evaluation, evidence-based practice, patient and family education, case management, and treatment planning. The role also contributes to team development, quality improvement, safety, effective resource management, and service to patients and stakeholders.

Requirements

Registered Nurse licensure.
Graduate of an approved discipline-specific program.
Three years of relevant work experience.
Demonstrated capability in patient assessment and evaluation, evidence-based practice, patient education, case management, and treatment planning.

Responsibilities

Coordinate admission, treatment, and discharge plans and ensure proper utilization of hospital services.
Ensure care is provided at the most appropriate level to meet patient care needs.
Serve as a liaison to help ensure appropriate reimbursement for hospital stays and services.
Conduct patient assessments and evaluations, including patient interviews and physical examinations, as applicable.
Integrate evidence from multiple sources to evaluate whether practice changes should occur and share knowledge with peers and clinical team members.
Deliver patient and family education.
Coordinate complex clinical care through case management and provide instruction or role modeling to colleagues.
Develop treatment plans.
Support colleagues through relationship-building, effective communication, coaching, and development.
Address quality issues, pursue continuous improvement, and fulfill safety and regulatory requirements.
Manage organizational resources accountably and use data to identify and elevate opportunities.
Identify ideas to improve processes, learn and apply technology, and adapt to change.

Benefits

Affordable high-quality health plan options.
Dental and/or vision plan.
403(b) retirement plan.
Paid time off (flex PTO).
Tuition reimbursement.
Adoption assistance, subject to maximums.
Short- and long-term disability.
Subsidized backup childcare.
Inpatient nursing supplemental pay program may be available; ask about the current program.
Benefits may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings.