Transition Care Coach (RN) | Case Management | FT Days

UF Health • Leesburg, FL

18h

About The Position

Since the doors opened more than 59 years ago, UF Health Leesburg Hospital has continued to build upon its reputation as a leading medical center and the most comprehensive provider of health care services in the region. The hospital offers advanced cardiovascular care, including one of the largest open-heart programs in Florida. The American College of Cardiology has recognized UF Health Leesburg Hospital for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain by awarding a Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primacy PCI and Resuscitation — its highest and best level of accreditation. The hospital also offers world-class orthopedics, minimally invasive robotic surgery, life-saving emergency care, stroke treatment, labor & delivery, and so much more.

The Transition Care Coach utilizes professional clinical judgment and critical thinking skills to assess patient, and family scenarios, for clinical appropriateness for the setting and establishing plans for effective management of their applicable disease process within the continuum of care. Assessment, planning, intervention, and reassessment are performed in a collaborative environment in both the hospital and home setting. The key goals of the Care Transitions Coach include proactive, individualized planning for patients’ progress that optimizes quality of care, appropriate utilization, and patient satisfaction.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Diploma/Associates Degree in Nursing required
• Florida Registered Nurse License
• BLS
• Effective communication skills to facilitate contact with physicians, patients/clients, families and staff.
• Minimum of 5 years clinical experience
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Nice To Haves

• Case Management experience preferred

Responsibilities

• The Transition Care Coach utilizes professional clinical judgment and critical thinking skills to assess patient, and family scenarios, for clinical appropriateness for the setting and establishing plans for effective management of their applicable disease process within the continuum of care.
• Assessment, planning, intervention, and reassessment are performed in a collaborative environment in both the hospital and home setting.
• The key goals of the Care Transitions Coach include proactive, individualized planning for patients’ progress that optimizes quality of care, appropriate utilization, and patient satisfaction.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree