zzz-Case Manager II

Kindred Hospital El Paso • El Paso, TX

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About The Position

The Case Manager II position at Kindred Hospital El Paso involves coordinating and facilitating the care of patients through effective collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Care Transitions (ICT) team. The role requires following patients throughout their continuum of care, ensuring optimal resource utilization, service delivery, and compliance with external review agencies. The Case Manager provides ongoing support through comprehensive assessments, care planning, implementation, and evaluation of individual patient needs, enhancing patient management quality and satisfaction while promoting continuity of care and cost-effectiveness through integrated case management functions.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited program required for RN; BSN preferred or MSW/BSW with licensure as required by state regulations.
• Healthcare professional licensure required as Registered Nurse, or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Social Worker (LSW) if required by state regulations.
• Two years of experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Prior experience in case management, utilization review, or discharge planning preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in Case Management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates clinical and/or psycho-social activities with the Interdisciplinary Team and Physicians.
• Monitors all areas of patients' stay for effective care coordination and efficient care facilitation.
• Remains current regarding reimbursement modalities, community resources, case management, psychosocial and legal issues affecting patients and providers.
• Refers high-risk patients who would benefit from additional support.
• Serves as a patient advocate to enhance collaborative relationships for informed decision-making.
• Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development principles to provide age-appropriate care.
• Participates in interdisciplinary patient care rounds and conferences to review treatment goals and optimize resource utilization.
• Collaborates with clinical staff in developing and executing the plan of care and achieving goals.
• Coordinates with interdisciplinary care team, physicians, patients, families, post-acute providers, payors, and others in planning patient care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree