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RN, Registered Nurse Case Manager Job in Tyler

Job Description

Summary:

The RN Care Manager (CM) II works with physicians and multidisciplinary team members to develop a plan of care for each assigned patient from admission through discharge. The CM ensures that the patient is progressing toward desired outcomes by continuously monitoring patient care through assessments and/or evaluations. Assesses and responds to patient/family needs by coordinating efforts of other team members. Identifies and resolves barriers that hinder effective patient care. The CM plans effectively to meet patient need, manage length of stay and promote efficient utilization of resources to include the facilitation of patient care across the continuum, intervening as necessary to remove barriers to timely and efficient care delivery and reimbursement 

Requirements:

Education/Skills

• • BSN Degree from an accredited nursing program or demonstrated success in CHRISTUS RN Care Manager I position
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Critical and analytical thinking skills
  • Demonstrated clinical competency
  • Working knowledge of discharge planning, utilization management, case management, performance improvement, and managed care reimbursement.
  • Understanding of pre-acute and post-acute levels of care and community resources
  • Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, payors, patients and their families

Experience

• • Three or more years clinical experience in clinical practice or demonstrated success in CHRISTUS RN Care Manager I position
  • Case management and Utilization Review experience preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• • RN License in state of employment or compact required
  • Certification in Case Management or demonstrated success in CHRISTUS RN Care Manager I Position

Work Type:

Full Time