Care Coordinator

Jobtome; Converse (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtome is assisting University Health System by staffing a RN case manager focused on patient placement and care coordination. The role screens patients for appropriate admission status and guides diversions to the right level of care.

The ideal candidate holds Texas RN licensure, BSN preferred, and may pursue national certifications. Strong clinical judgment and communication with medical teams and families are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program with current RN licensure in Texas.
• BSN degree preferred and national certification in related field is preferred.
• Three years hospital experience and case management exposure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Screen patients needing placement in acute or observation beds for correct status determinations.
• Coordinate diversions to home or other level of care appropriate for services needed; liaise with medical staff, nursing, patients and families.

Skills

Clinical communication

Assertiveness

Education

RN licensure (TX)

BSN preferred

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

At the front door of University Health System, this role serves to screen patients needing placement in acute or observation beds for the purposes of correct status determinations, and the coordination of appropriate diversions to home or other level of care more appropriate for the services needed to be rendered. This position requires assertive clinical acumen and communication skills for serving in the liaison roles with medical staff, nursing, and patients and families.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with current RN licensure in the State of Texas, BSN preferred. National certification (e.G. CCRN, RNC, CEN, CNOR, OCN, ANCC, CAN, CPAN, CFRN, etc.) in related field is preferred. Three years recent, full-time hospital experience preferred. Work experience in case management, utilization review or hospital quality assurance experience is preferred. Must complete a Clinical Documentation Improvement Course within specified time of hire date.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

Current license from the Board of Nurse Examiners of the State of Texas to practice as a registered nurse is required. National certification in related field is preferred. Case Manager Certification (CCM or ANCC) is highly desirable.