RN or Social Worker (BSW/MSW) | Case Management - Discharge Planning | PRN Status

Logan Health Medical Center • Kalispell, MT

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Logan Health Medical Center is seeking a PRN RN or Social Worker (BSW/MSW) to join their Case Management Team. This role focuses on facilitating care coordination and discharge planning to ensure smoother and smarter care transitions. The position is located in scenic Northwest Montana, offering a great work-life balance with proximity to outdoor recreational activities. Logan Health Medical Center emphasizes quality, compassionate care, and innovation, guided by core values of kindness, trust, teamwork, and striving for excellence.

Requirements

• Current Montana RN license or a multi-state compact license with authorization to practice nursing within the state of Montana (required for RN).
• Minimum of two (2) years’ RN experience in a similar position within a medical setting (e.g., physician office, clinic, or hospital) (required for RN).
• RQI Provider (BLS) within 7 days of hire/transfer or before independent patient care, whichever comes first (required for RN).
• Master’s Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, or related Social Service Field (required for Social Worker).
• Must have prior social services experience, preferably in a healthcare setting (required for Social Worker).
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
• Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, a self-starter, possess critical thinking skills and be able to set priorities and function as part of a team as well as independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with various audiences.

Nice To Haves

• BSN preferred (for RN).
• Minimum of one (1) year case management experience preferred (for RN).
• Experience in a medical or hospital setting, or discharge planning, highly preferred (for Social Worker).
• Current CPR per assigned area(s) may be required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Care Coordination and Discharge Planning, overseeing the transition of care from inpatient to outpatient settings.
• Manage and review inpatient services for appropriate utilization of resources and adherence to established guidelines (Inpatient Utilization Management).
• Actively participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to develop and implement effective discharge plans, fostering communication and collaboration.
• Identify clinical and social needs of patients related to admission and/or discharge.
• Formulate a plan for transition in a safe and timely manner to the least restrictive environment that can meet each patient’s needs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to address social determinants of health (SDOH) and develop admission and/or discharge plans.
• Identify patients at risk for readmission and work with the interdisciplinary team to formulate and implement a discharge plan to decrease readmission risk.
• Act as a resource to providers, patients, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary team regarding community resources and reimbursement.
• Exhibit knowledge and skills necessary to provide for the physical, psychological, and cultural needs appropriate to the age, ethnicity, and special needs of the patient.
• Acknowledge and advocate for a patient’s right to self-determination and informed consent.
• Consistently reflect ownership and professionalism towards Case Management.
• Identify areas in need of improvement and serve an active role in developing solutions.
• Exhibit the Logan Health Core Values in all interactions.
• Respond to and provide direction in a changing workload in a positive and professional manner.
• Consistently promote the use of the most appropriate setting and level of care to optimize patient outcomes and ensure efficient use of healthcare resources.
• Identify and obtain necessary provider documentation and orders to ensure compliance with all applicable Logan Health, State, and Federal requirements related to Utilization Review, Discharge Planning, and Care Coordination processes.
• Communicate frequently with patient and family/support to promote the development of a patient-focused plan, and ensure that the patient and family/support members are informed and involved in decisions about care.

Benefits

• 12% PRN differential pay
• Shift differential pay for weekends
• 401(k) with generous employer match
• Fitness center membership discount
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PRN employees can participate in a matching 401(k) plan
• PRN employees have access to the Employee Assistance Program
• PRN employees may qualify for hourly differential pay for certain shifts or hours

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level