Care Coordinator RN

CommonSpirit Health Philanthropy; California (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated RN Care Coordinator to enhance patient care and outcomes. This pivotal role involves overseeing care progression, advocating for patients, and collaborating with various stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong critical thinking and communication skills, alongside a California RN license. Join a team committed to delivering quality, cost-effective healthcare solutions while making a meaningful impact on patients' lives. This position promises a rewarding career path in a supportive and dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of acute hospital clinical experience required.
• California RN license is mandatory.
• Knowledge of CMS standards and requirements is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee care progression and discharge planning for patients.
• Advocate for patients addressing their choices and barriers.
• Collaborate with multiple stakeholders to achieve optimal outcomes.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Professional communication

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)

Master’s degree in Case Management or Nursing

Tools

Utilization Review products

Job description

Responsibilities

The RN Care Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the progression of care and discharge planning for identified patients requiring these services. The role involves ensuring the patient's health needs are met while promoting quality, cost-effective outcomes, and adhering to hospital policies, standards of practice, and regulations. The focus is on care coordination, communication, and collaboration with utilization management, nursing, physicians, ancillary departments, insurers, and post-acute service providers to achieve optimal outcomes at the appropriate level of care. The RN Care Coordinator advocates for patients and families by addressing patient choices, spiritual, cultural, language, and socioeconomic barriers to care transitions. Additionally, the role aims to enhance the patient experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years of acute hospital clinical experience or a Master’s degree in Case Management or Nursing in lieu of 1 year experience.
• California RN license
• AHA BLS card
• Ability to pass annual Inter-rater reliability tests for Utilization Review products used.
• Ability to apply clinical guidelines to ensure progression of care.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Effective collaboration with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong professional communication skills.
• Understanding of how utilization management and case management programs integrate.
• Ability to work as a team player and support team members.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, self-directed environment.
• Knowledge of CMS standards and requirements.
• Proficiency in prioritizing work and delegating tasks.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong customer service, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks or projects effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school (Bachelor's Degree in Nursing - BSN) or related healthcare field.
• At least five (5) years of nursing experience.
• Certified Case Manager (CCM), Accredited Case Manager (ACM-RN), or UM Certification preferred.
• Knowledge of managed care and payer environments preferred.

Overview

Founded in 1910, Dignity Health - Community Hospital of San Bernardino is a 347-bed, acute care, nonprofit, community hospital in San Bernardino, California. Known for maternity care, pediatrics, behavioral health, and long-term subacute care, the hospital also offers inpatient and outpatient surgery. It shares a legacy of humankindness with Dignity Health, one of the nation's five largest healthcare systems. Visit here https://www.dignityhealth.org/socal/locations/san-bernardino for more information.

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