Case Manager RN - Hospitalists - FT - Day

Stormont-Vail HealthCare, Inc.; Topeka (KS); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work option

Hybrid work model

Remote Worker Policy compliance

Job summary

Stormont-Vail HealthCare, Inc. seeks a Hospitalist Case Manager to coordinate care and discharge planning for adult inpatients, working closely with Hospitalists and the interdisciplinary team. You will prepare comprehensive discharge summaries and ensure orders and referrals are finalized prior to patient discharge.

The role emphasizes strong clinical assessment, problem solving, and collaboration with community partners to optimize transition of care and patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required; BSN preferred.
• 5 years acute care nursing experience in hospital setting is preferred.
• Discharge planning and case management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care and discharge planning with health care team.
• Communicate with team about discharge needs or plans.
• Maintain relationships with community partners across continuum of care.
• Identify areas for process improvement and barriers to care.
• Educate patients and families on care plan and post-discharge steps.

Skills

Critical thinking

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

BSN Preferred

Tools

None

Job description

Position Status:Full timeShift:First Shift (Days - Less than 12 hours per shift) (United States of America)Hours per week:40Job InformationExemption Status: Non-ExemptA Brief OverviewHospitalist Case Managers are a direct extension of the Hospitalist providers who care for adult patients 18 yrs. of age and older. Within the nursing profession, they utilize their skills and expertise to proactively collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to discuss patient/family needs for necessary services within the continuum of care and to prepare for the transition of care at discharge. Hospitalist Case Managers assume responsibility and accountability for a panel of patients in collaboration with a Hospitalist during the patient's hospitalization. Hospitalist Case Managers communicate directly with Hospitalist providers regarding their patient assignment and carry out tasks and duties related to the patient's individual plan of care. Hospitalist Case Managers are responsible for preparing a summary of care for the patient's hospitalization which is provided to the physician for final signature at time of discharge.Education QualificationsBachelor's Degree Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) PreferredExperience Qualifications5 years Acute care, broad based nursing experience in a hospital setting. PreferredQuality management/Joint Commission, discharge planning and/or case management experience is equivalent to acute care nursing experience PreferredExperience conducting clinical assessments, setting up home care services, general discharge planning and/or case management . PreferredSkills and AbilitiesDemonstrates critical thinking skills through problem solving and decision-making. (Required proficiency)Time management, verbal and written communication skills, listening skills, prioritizing, and work organization. (Required proficiency)Knowledge of professional nursing theory and practice to give and evaluate patient care. (Required proficiency)Knowledge of organizational policies, regulations, and procedures to administer patient care. (Required proficiency)Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment. (Required proficiency)Maintains a professional level of conduct, productivity, and coordinates and prioritizes patient related activities in an efficient and effective manner. (Required proficiency)Licenses and CertificationsRegistered Nurse - KSBN A multistate license with the ability to practice within the State of Kansas is also accepted. RequiredBasic Life Support - BLS Required within 90 days of hire.What you will doFacilitates coordination of care and discharge planning in conjunction with the health care team for patients transitioning to the next level of care.Communicates with all members of the health care team informing them of any concerns or recommendations regarding discharge needs or plans.Maintain relationships with community partners across the continuum of care.Keeps supervisor informed of all quality and risk issues discovered through appropriate channels.Identifies areas for process improvement and participates in related activities.Identifies barriers to achieving goals in the plan of care and uses critical thinking skills to resolve.Professionally presents self to patient/family as a representative of the Hospitalist team.Educate and facilitate critical thinking with primary nursing regarding acute patient medical management.Assures completion of discharge paperwork including, but not limited to, discharge summary, FMLA, return to work statements, prior authorizations, attending physician forms, and discharge referrals.Coordinates post-discharge follow-up care with accepting facility, primary care or sub-specialty office.Participates in hospital committees and special projects to improve team or hospital performance.Appropriately delegates tasks and duties in the direction and coordination of health care team members, patient care and department activities in accordance with the Kansas State Nurses Practice Act.Required for All JobsComplies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail HealthPerforms other duties as assignedPatient Facing OptionsPosition is Patient FacingRemote Work GuidelinesWorkspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.Remote Work CapabilityHybridScopeNo Supervisory ResponsibilityNo Budget ResponsibilityPhysical DemandsBalancing: Occasionally 1-3 HoursCarrying: Occasionally 1-3 HoursClimbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hourClimbing (Stairs): Occasionally 1-3 HoursCrawling: Rarely less than 1 hourCrouching: Rarely less than 1 hourDriving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hourDriving (Standard): Rarely less than 1 hourEye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 HoursFeeling: Occasionally 1-3 HoursGrasping (Fine Motor): Occasionally 1-3 HoursGrasping (Gross Hand): Occasionally 1-3 HoursHandling: Occasionally 1-3 HoursHearing: Frequently 3-5 HoursKneeling: Occasionally 1-3 HoursLifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbsOperate Foot Controls: Rarely less than 1 hourPulling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbsPushing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbsReaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbsReaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbsRepetitive Motions: Occasionally 1-3 HoursSitting: Occasionally 1-3 HoursStanding: Frequently 3-5 HoursStooping: Rarely less than 1 hourTalking: Frequently 3-5 HoursWalking: Frequently 3-5 HoursWorking ConditionsBurn: Rarely less than 1 hourChemical: Rarely less than 1 hourCombative Patients: Occasionally 1-3 HoursDusts: Rarely less than 1 hourElectrical: Rarely less than 1 hourExplosive: Rarely less than 1 hourExtreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hourInfectious Diseases: Occasionally 1-3 HoursMechanical: Rarely less than 1 hourNeedle Stick: Rarely less than 1 hourNoise/Sounds: Occasionally 1-3 HoursOther Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely less than 1 hourPoor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hourRadiant Energy: Rarely less than 1 hourRisk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Occasionally 1-3 HoursRisk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Rarely less than 1 hourHazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hourVibration: Rarely less than 1 hourWet and/or Humid: Rarely less than 1 hourStormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.