Care Coordinator

University Health Careers; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health System seeks a registered nurse to screen patients for placement in acute or observation beds and to coordinate appropriate diversions for discharge planning. The role requires assertive clinical acumen and strong communication with medical staff, nursing, patients and families, acting as a liaison across care settings.

Experience in case management or utilization review is preferred; BSN and professional certifications are valued.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program with TX RN license.
• BSN preferred; national certifications preferred.
• Three years hospital experience; case management/utilization review preferred.

Responsibilities

• Screen patients for placement in acute or observation beds.
• Coordinate diversions to home or other level of care.
• Collaborate with medical staff, nursing, and families.

Skills

RN licensure TX

Clinical assessment

Case management experience

Education

BSN preferred

Texas RN License

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.