Per Diem RN Case Manager - Days - Irvine

University of California, Irvine•Irvine, CA

About The Position

The Case Manager is responsible for high-level assessment and care planning for an identified group of patients, with the goal of supporting self-care outcomes upon discharge from the Medical Center. The Case Manager works as part of an interdepartmental team to ensure high-quality, individualized, cost-effective patient care. The listed functions are not exhaustive and may include other duties reasonably related to the position.

Requirements

Possess the skills, knowledge, and abilities essential to performing assigned duties successfully.
Have a complete understanding of acuity levels for the specific patient population.
Demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job.
Have at least 5 years of clinical experience and 1 year of previous Case Management experience, or be a UCI employee who meets the clinical requirements and has a BSN.
Be familiar with Joint Commission, CMS, CDPH, and CCS requirements.
Have excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Hold a current license as a Registered Nurse, Social Worker (MSW or LCSW), or licensed healthcare therapist professional permitting independent assessments within the discipline's scope of practice.
Have computer literacy and proficiency.
External candidates must have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Be able to manage multiple concurrent projects and maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload.
Be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System.
Provide proof of work authorization.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of University policies and procedures.
Knowledge of the California Children's Services benefits authorization process (CCS).
CCM, ACM, or Case Management credentialing.
Bilingual skills.
BSN and/or a Master's degree.

Responsibilities

Conduct high-level assessment and care planning for an identified group of patients.
Support self-care outcomes upon discharge from the Medical Center.
Work with an interdepartmental team to ensure high-quality, individualized, cost-effective patient care.
Facilitate and lead interdisciplinary rounds.