Care Coordinator

LE101 North Mississippi Medical Center, Inc; Portland (OR); Vor Ort; USD 68.000 - 113.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

North Mississippi Health Services seeks a Care RN Coordinator to assess patients, identify needs and barriers to disease management, and coordinate transitions to post-acute services. The role emphasizes education for patients and families and collaboration with the health care team to ensure quality care.

The incumbent will document findings, participate in performance improvement, and uphold NMHS/NMMC policies within a busy hospital setting.

Qualifikationen

• Associates in Nursing required; Bachelor's in Nursing required; Master's in Nursing not required.
• Strong knowledge of pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric care.
• Experience in care coordination and patient education.

Aufgaben

• Conducts patient assessments to determine needs and barriers to disease management.
• Implements interventions and monitors care plan effectiveness.
• Coordinates transitions of care to post-acute services and Arranges post-acute services/DME as needed.
• Documents assessment findings and education provided in clinical records.
• Educates patients and families about processes and services.
• Participates in performance improvement projects and committees.

Kenntnisse

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Pediatrics knowledge

Geriatrics knowledge

Care coordination

Leadership

Ausbildung

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Master's Degree in Nursing

Jobbeschreibung

We believe a career is more than just a career — it's a calling. Our teammates' "True North" is what calls them to health care; it’s their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love.

Department: 10007910 Case Management Work Shift: NMMC Tupelo

Job Description: The Coordinator - Care RN at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for conducting patient assessments to determine their needs and barriers to disease management or recovery. They implement interventions, monitor the effectiveness of care plans, and coordinate transition of care to post-acute services. The Coordinator educates patients and family members on the provided services and collaborates with various healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Coordinates

• Conducts assessment to determine patient needs and barriers to disease management of continued recovery.
• Implements appropriate interventions to address identified patient needs and maintain regulatory requirements.
• Monitors the effectiveness of the patient’s care plan and intervenes when necessary to address potential. progression delays.
• Arranges appropriate post-acute services and procurement of durable medical equipment.
• Coordinates transition of care as indicated.
• Assess the discharge planning needs of the neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient.

Reporting

• Documents assessment findings and interacts in the clinical record according to establish standards.
• Performs cost/benefit analysis to determine most cost effective care.
• Documents type education received by the patient and/or family members.

Education

• Educates patient and/or family member(s) to the processes and services provided.
• Attend and provide continuing education in-services.
• Participates in performance improvement projects, committees, and teams.

Communicates

• Communicates patient needs to appropriate sources such as Physicians, medical staff, DME Companies, Home Health and Hospice Staff, and Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Facilities.
• Communicates effectively with adult and geriatric patient.
• Participates on committees and Physician Section meetings as requested/required.

Quality Improvement

• Participates in QI initiates and other Hospital performance improvement programs.

Regulation

• Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines.
• Complies with appropriate Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guideline/regulations/laws/statues.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Excellent organizational and communication (written and verbal) skills; required
• Knowledgeable in the documentation of social/work case management intervention methods; required
• Excellent interpersonal skills; required
• Demonstrated knowledge in the following areas: pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics
• Participate in Best Practice Models for care transitions
• Demonstrates positive leadership with Physicians, insurance companies, industry representatives and all other persons or entities within our service area
• Embraces the Mission, Vision, Values and Critical Success Factors of our organization
• Represents NMMC in a positive, professional manner
• Must have extensive contact with: Medical Staff, Nursing Personnel, DME Providers, Home Health Agencies, Community Agencies, referral resource providers, Utilization Review Manager, patients, and family members
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must project a positive, caring attitude toward clients, patients, staff and the public we serve

Physical Demands

• Standing.
• Constantly Walking.
• Constantly Sitting.
• Occasional Lifting/Carrying.
• Frequently 50 lbs Pushing/Pulling.
• Frequently Climbing.
• Occasionally Balancing.
• Occasionally Stooping/Kneeling/Bending.
• Occasionally Reaching/Over Head Work.
• Occasionally Grasping.
• Frequently Speaking.
• Constantly Hearing.
• Constantly Repetitive Motions.
• Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination.
• Frequently

Salary Range

Salary Range: $68,432.00 - $113,172.80

Education Requirements

• Associate’s Degree | Nursing | Required
• Bachelor’s Degree | Nursing | Required
• Master’s Degree | Nursing | Not Required

Certifications

• Registered Nurse (MS) - MS Board of Nursing North Mississippi Health Services is a large rural health care system with state-of-the-art facilities in Mississippi and Alabama.

We have career opportunities ranging from inpatient hospital care to 70+ rural health and specialty clinics, a variety of outpatient, women’s and behavioral health services and many additional support services. Our team of over 7,000 works together every day toward our shared mission – to continuously improve the health of the people of our region.