Case Manager II

OSF HealthCare; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare seeks a Case Manager II to collaborate with patients, families and an interdisciplinary team, ensuring smooth progression through care and independent care planning from admission to discharge.

The role emphasizes discharge planning, utilization management and effective communication, with strong clinical oversight and prioritization in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) with 2 years healthcare experience.
• OR Bachelor’s degree in social work (BSW) with 2 years healthcare/child welfare experience.
• RN license or Social Worker license (LSW/LBSW/LCPC) as applicable.
• ACMA CM certification within 6–12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with patient/family, physicians and team to coordinate care.
• Develop and manage care plans from admission to discharge.
• Coordinate patient flow, transitions and discharge planning.
• Apply clinical oversight and support for team members.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Multitasking

Education

BSN

BSW

MSN

LCSW

LMSW

LCPC

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Expected pay for this position is $39.13 - $46.03/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is a Salaried position.

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Case Manager (CM) II works in collaboration with the patient/family, physicians and interdisciplinary team members to ensure patient progression through the continuum of care and to independently develop a plan of care for each assigned patient from admission through discharge. Identifies, initiates and manages optimal patient flow/throughput to enhance continuity of care, smooth and safe transitions, patient satisfaction, patient safety, and length of stay management. Utilizes their knowledge and expertise to provide clinical oversight and direction for Case Manager I Mission Partners and to evaluate the individual patient's needs via comprehensive assessment and managing care coordination and discharge planning. Assesses and responds to patient/family needs by coordinating efforts ofthe interdisciplinaryteam members and identifies and resolves barriers that hinder effective patient progression of care.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) with 2 years healthcare setting experience

OR

• Bachelor’s degree in social work (BSW) with 2 years of healthcare or child welfare experience (master’s degree in social work or health related field obtained within three years of hire into role)

Licensure/ Certification:

• Registered Nurse License

OR

• Social Worker License (LSW)

OR

• Licensed Bachelor' Social Worker (LBSW)

OR

• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in IL or MI

• American Case Management Association (ACMA) CM certification - test taken within six months of hire and passed within one year of hire.

Other Skills/ Knowledge:

• Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software.
• Completion of the OSF Ministry Preceptor course within 6 months of hire.
• Demonstrates a high level of emotional intelligence.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communication and ability to interact with diverse populations.
• Critical and analytical thinking skills.
• Ability to multitask andprioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of discharge planning, utilization management, case management, performance improvement, and managed care reimbursement.
• Strong understanding of pre-acute and post-acute levels of care and community resources.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, payors, patients and their families.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Master’s degree in science nursing (MSN) or MSW

Experience:

• 1 year of inpatient case management experience

Licensure/ Certification:

• Clinical Social Worker License (LCSW) or Licensed Master's Social Worker (LMSW)
• Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in IL or MI

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.