Inpatient Care Manager BSN — Discharge & Coordination

1046 Health Network Laboratories LLC

Allentown (Lehigh County)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is seeking an Inpatient Care Manager-BSN to coordinate comprehensive care across the continuum. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans while ensuring safe discharge planning and optimal resource use.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team to achieve high-quality, cost-effective outcomes, advocate for patients, and support performance improvement initiatives to enhance care delivery in Allentown and surrounding areas.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required.
3 years experience in care coordination, disease management, home health care, hospital, or physician office.
1 year EMR experience.
Ability to interact with diverse backgrounds.
Ability to coordinate care plans efficiently.
Knowledge of computer applications and analytical tools.
Knowledge of nursing theory and learning theory.
Proven leadership skills.
RN license PA/NJ upon hire or NJ upon hire.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive assessments at patient entry to determine LOS, discharge needs, and resources.
Coordinate safe and timely discharge planning with post-acute care and arrangements.
Monitor patient progress and participate in rounds, resolving barriers to discharge.
Advocate for patients and families, addressing clinical and psychosocial needs.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and develop patient plans.
Maintain knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid and payer benefits and reimbursement.
Educate patients and families to support self-management and adherence.
Communicate with physicians and staff to coordinate transition planning.
Interact with coworkers and align with LVHN values.