RN Case Manager, PRN, Clarksville

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Clarksville, TN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Case Manager assists with coordination of services through the continuum of care and in balancing quality patient care with cost-effective utilization of resources. This PRN position requires flexibility to work during the week and on weekends on a day shift. The candidate will cover staff who are on PTO or to assist with call outs and to assist in picking up shifts due to increased patient volume.

Requirements

Nursing Patient Assessment & Evaluation (Intermediate): Demonstrates mastery of patient assessments and evaluations in practical applications of a difficult nature. Conducts primary care patient interviews and physical examinations. Conducts inquiry with a thorough series of questions when patients state an ailment or complaint in order to accurately identify and elaborate on the problem. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to role model and coach less experienced peers.
RN Access Patient Education (Intermediate): Demonstrates mastery of patient education in practical applications of a complex nature. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to be capable of successfully delivering patient and family education services without requiring support and instruction from others.
Evidence-Based Practice (Intermediate): Demonstrates ability to integrate evidence from multiple sources and determine if a practice change should occur. Shares knowledge with peers and other clinical team members independently.
Case Management (Intermediate): Demonstrates mastery of case management in practical applications for complex clinical care coordination. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to be capable of successfully delivering results without requiring support and instruction from others. Able to train and educate by setting the example, giving instruction, providing leadership, and generally raising the level of performance of others while on the job.
Treatment Planning (Intermediate): Demonstrates mastery of treatment planning and possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to be capable of successfully delivering treatment planning services without requiring support and instruction from others.
LIC-Registered Nurse - Licensure-Others
Relevant Work Experience
2 years
Graduate of an approved discipline specific program

Responsibilities

Coordinates admission, treatment, and discharge plans and ensures proper utilization of hospital services
Ensure care is provided in the most appropriate level for meeting patient care needs
Serves as a liaison to ensure appropriate reimbursement for hospital stays and services