Care Coordination Nurse

PACS Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS Group in Phoenix, AZ seeks a caregiving professional to support residents' care plans, coordinate with the care team, and ensure timely documentation. Responsibilities include communicating with families, monitoring patient status, and coordinating admissions and discharges.

The role requires a nursing or social work degree, an RN preferred license, and strong knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid. Excellent time management and independent judgment are essential in a high-volume setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or Social Work required.
• RN license preferred; LVN/LPN acceptable.
• Two years of clinical nursing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Medicare, Medi-Cal and Medicaid programs and benefits.
• Ability to read policies and procedures and communicate with managers and employees.
• Must maintain continuing education/licensing.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with residents and families about plans of care and treatment protocols.
• Attend morning meetings to facilitate team communications.
• Monitor residents' statuses and adjust care as needs change.
• Organize and prioritize daily work for residents in responsibility areas.
• Complete documentation and timely paperwork.
• Coordinate admissions, discharges and referrals with care providers and payers.
• Perform utilization review to ensure appropriate, cost-effective care.
• Work independently with sound judgment in interactions with physicians and staff.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Documentation

Organization

Independent work

Team coordination

Interdepartmental coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or Social Work

RN license preferred

LVN/LPN license acceptable

Case Manager CCM certification (a plus)

Job description

PACS Group in Phoenix, AZ seeks a caregiving professional to support residents' care plans, coordinate with the care team, and ensure timely documentation. Responsibilities include communicating with families, monitoring patient status, and coordinating admissions and discharges.

The role requires a nursing or social work degree, an RN preferred license, and strong knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid. Excellent time management and independent judgment are essential in a high-volume setting.