Case Manager II, PRN, Weekends

Ummsphysician; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for their UMMC Midtown Campus in Baltimore. This role emphasizes a collaborative approach to patient care, focusing on discharge planning and case management to ensure seamless transitions for patients. You will work alongside a passionate team of over 1,400 staff members, dedicated to providing exceptional medical and surgical care. If you are looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment while enhancing your professional skills, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a community that values innovation and excellence in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Maryland and BSN required.
• Minimum 2 years of case management experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and develop discharge plans.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for efficient care.
• Lead efforts to manage inpatient length of stay.

Skills

Managed Care Knowledge

Discharge Planning

Case Management

Effective Communication

Analytical Skills

Team Building

Collaboration Across Disciplines

Education

BSN or Equivalent Healthcare Degree

Valid Licensure as a Registered Nurse in Maryland

2 Years of Case Management Experience

Tools

Hospital/Case Management Software

Job description

When we say “our community” we mean it.

UMMC Midtown Campus, one of two campuses of the University of Maryland Medical Center, has a long history of working to keep our community healthy and has grown to become a trusted teaching hospital for medical and surgical care in Baltimore City.

Located in Baltimore’s cultural center near the historic Mount Vernon neighborhood, UMMC Midtown Campus is a 180-bed, community teaching hospital with a focus on managing chronic diseases, including diabetes, hypertension, pulmonary conditions, and infectious diseases.

Job Description

UMMC Midtown Campus

PRN Rotating Shift

UMMC Midtown Campus, one of two campuses of the University of Maryland Medical Center, has a long history of working to keep our community healthy and has grown to become a trusted teaching hospital. We provide a broad array of medical, surgical, and behavioral health care serving Baltimore City and the region. At Midtown, you will find a unique blend of innovation and expertise that defines an academic medical center and a passion for excellence in caring for the people we serve.

We prioritize people – including our employees. When you join our team, you become part of a close-knit group of over 1,400 staff members providing care in 30+ specialties. Our focus is on delivering the best possible care to every patient and supporting each other.

• Assess assigned patients, integrating psychosocial assessments within the multidisciplinary team. Collaborate to identify risks to recovery and develop care plans to determine appropriate levels of care upon discharge from the acute setting.
• Develop and coordinate Discharge Plan A and alternative Plan B, including documentation in the medical record.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, social work, and other disciplines, departments, payers, and agencies to eliminate barriers to efficient care delivery in the appropriate setting.
• Facilitate timely transition planning.
• Lead efforts in managing inpatient length of stay and reducing readmissions organization-wide.

Qualifications

III. Education and Experience

• Valid licensure as a Registered Nurse or equivalent healthcare license in Maryland required.
• BSN or equivalent healthcare degree required.
• Minimum of 2 years of case management experience required.
• Current and active specialty certification preferred.

IV. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of managed care, discharge planning, and case management required.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills required.
• Strong communication, confidence, and experience working with physicians required.
• Excellent analytical and team-building skills, with the ability to prioritize and work independently required.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines required.
• Proficiency with hospital/case management software programs required.
• Knowledge of growth and development principles across the lifespan and ability to assess data relevant to patient-specific needs required.

Ensure patient safety in all job functions and participate in safety initiatives.

• Take action to correct observed safety risks.
• Report adverse events and near misses.
• Identify and communicate potential risks in processes, procedures, or devices.

Additional Information

All information will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines.