Care Coordinator

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

Job summary

University Health System seeks an experienced RN for a case management role responsible for screening patients at the front door to determine acute or observation bed placement. The position coordinates diversions to appropriate care settings and serves as a liaison to medical staff, nursing and families.

Texas RN licensure is required with BSN preferred and a preference for national certification. Three years of hospital experience and completion of a Clinical Documentation Improvement course

Qualifications

• RN license must be current in Texas.
• BSN preferred.
• National certification in related field is preferred.
• Three years of recent, full-time hospital experience preferred.
• Clinical Documentation Improvement Course to be completed within specified time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Screen patients at the front door for placement in acute or observation beds.
• Coordinate appropriate diversions to home or other level of care.
• Serve as liaison with medical staff, nursing, patients and families; communicate effectively.

Skills

Assertive clinical communication

Liaison with medical staff

Care coordination

Education

RN license in Texas

BSN preferred

National certification 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.