Care Manager - Full Time

Hutchinson Regional Medical Center; Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Holiday premium pay

401k with employer match

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Hutchinson Regional Medical Center seeks a Nurse Care Manager to coordinate care for adult patients, perform needs assessments, and manage interdisciplinary care planning. You will monitor patient progress, communicate with families, and assist in utilization review to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Strong nursing background and patient-focused care are essential. The role requires RN licensure in Kansas, with BSN preferred, and readiness to engage in staff education and process improvement in a

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved nursing program.
• One year experience as a registered nurse.
• BSN preferred for enhanced patient care coordination.

Responsibilities

• Provide care coordination including needs assessments and care option identification.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary care planning and data management for patient populations.
• Monitor care delivery and communicate with patients, families, and utilization review staff.
• Perform utilization review for all patients and support nursing staff in patient care as needed.
• Lead staff education and process improvement initiatives as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Integrity

Compassion

Accountability

Leadership

Education

RN license (Kansas)

BSN preferred

Job description

A brief summary of what's aheadLocation:Hutchinson Regional Medical CenterFull Time Equivalent (FTE):1Job position summary:Provides coordinated care for adult patients by developing, monitoring and evaluating interdisciplinary careActively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.The benefits have never been more rewarding. Here are a few things we offer:Paid Parental LeaveTuition reimbursementPaid time offHoliday premium payShift and weekend differential pay401k with $.50/$1.00 up to 6% Employer MatchMedical, Dental, and Vision coverageEmployee assistance programHere is a look at the full job description:Care Manager - Full TimeESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Shall be responsible for providing care coordination including needs assessments and identification of care options, services, communication with patients and families in an interdisciplinary environment.Gathers and manages patient data related to case management, care planning, and QI analysis.Monitors delivery of care through patient rounds, documentation, identifying progress toward desired outcomes, maintaining ongoing communication with utilization review staff, etc.Performs utilization review for all patientsAble to assist nursing staff with patient care when needed.Assist in Rehab training and education to staff when needed.Complies with hospital and legal requirements by fostering nursing practices that adhere to the philosophy, goals, and standards of care.Abides by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability privacy and security regulations regarding all aspects of Protected Health Information (PHI).Other duties as assigned by DirectorMINIMUM KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED :Ability to develop patient plan of care.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.Ability to critically think through a patient care needsREQUIRED BEHAVIORAL SKILLS :Integrity:A personal presence which is characterized by a sense of honesty and the willingness to do the right thing.The ability to role model, inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals and values of Hutchinson Regional Healthcare SystemCompassion:A personal presence which is characterized by a sense of caring that is reflected in a high level of empathy and customer service with all that we come in contact.Ability to manage conflict, consider other points of view, and offer alternative solutions without jeopardizing overall project direction and the ability to manage customer expectations.Accountability:Demonstrated track record of ownership of situations, projects and issues.Able to work autonomously and have a high degree of flexibility to adapt to changing projects, priorities and work volumes.Respect:Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a diverse population.Treat all internal and external customers with a positive, proactive service orientation.Excellence :Strong communication and presentation skills with a proven ability to influence and lead teams to conclusion/decision making.Proven ability to think strategically but also must be able to lead day-to-day tactical processes.Demonstrated ability to manage and provide coaching and leadership on complex projects.Must be able to lead and/or facilitate process improvement.MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:Completion of an approved school of nursing program.One year experience as a registered nurse.PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:BSNCare management experience.LICENSURE OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:Current licensure as an RN in the State of Kansas.PREFERRED LICENSURE OR REGISTRATION:American Heart Association BLSWe provide equal employment opportunitiesHutchinson Regional Healthcare System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind.We participate in E-VerifyWe will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, we are required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before we can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. We will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed form I-9.