ER Case Manager | Case Mgmt | FT Days

UF Health; Leesburg (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health Leesburg Hospital in Leesburg, FL is seeking a skilled Case Manager with nursing background to coordinate patient care across transitions. You will assess needs, develop care plans, and collaborate with physicians, families and staff to optimize quality and cost efficiency.

The ideal candidate has a Florida RN license, strong communication, and at least 5 years in case management; CCM certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in case management.
• CCM certification preferred.
• Florida RN license.
• Effective communication with physicians, patients, families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient and family scenarios for clinical appropriateness and plan care.
• Develop, implement and reassess plans for the continuum of care.
• Coordinate transitions of care and collaborate with physicians, patients and staff to optimize quality and cost.

Skills

Effective communication

Nursing knowledge

Care coordination

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree Preferred

Diploma/Associates Degree in Nursing

Job description

Overview

Since the doors opened more than 59 years ago, UF Health Leesburg Hospital has continued to build upon its reputation as a leading medical center and the most comprehensive provider of health care services in the region. The hospital offers advanced cardiovascular care, including one of the largest open-heart programs in Florida.The American College of Cardiology has recognized UF Health Leesburg Hospital for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain by awarding a Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primacy PCI and Resuscitation — its highest and best level of accreditation. The hospital also offers world-class orthopedics, minimally invasive robotic surgery, life‑saving emergency care, stroke treatment, labor & delivery, and so much more.

Responsibilities

The Case Manager utilizes professional nursing skills to assess patient and family scenarios for clinical appropriateness for the setting and establishes plans for effective management of the continuum of care. Assessment, planning, intervention and reassessment are performed in a collaborative environment. The key goals of the Case Manager include proactive, individualized planning for patient's progress that optimizes quality of care, utilization, cost and patient satisfaction.

Qualifications

Education:

• - Bachelors Degree Preferred
• - Diploma/Associates Degree in Nursing
• - Professional Certification in Case Management, preferred

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

• - Florida Registered Nurse License

Special Skills/Qualifications/Additional Training/Experience Required:

• - Effective communication skills to facilitate contact with physicians, patients/clients, families and staff.
• - Minimum of 5 years experience, Case Management experience preferred.
• - CCM certification preferred.
• - Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English