Registered Nurse, Care Manager

Kent Hospital; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent Hospital is seeking a dedicated RN Care Manager to enhance patient transitions and improve care management. The role involves collaboration with healthcare teams to ensure effective discharges and utilization management, requiring a Nursing degree and relevant experience. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and the ability to influence interdisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• RN license in Rhode Island required.
• 3 to 5 years of clinical experience as an RN required.
• Certification in Case Management (CCM or ACM) must be completed within 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform utilization management and case management activities.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams for patient transitions and discharges.
• Prevent unnecessary admissions/readmissions.

Skills

Effective communication

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Knowledge of utilization management

Case management knowledge

Proficiency with EMR and Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Master's degree in Nursing

Nursing Care Management Certificate

Job description

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Primary Function:

The RN Care Manager (RN CM) performs utilization management, case management, and discharge planning activities for acute care and extended care patients, including ambulatory and emergency department patients. The RN Care Manager collaborates with healthcare teams to assess patients' transition/discharge needs, prevent unnecessary admissions/readmissions, and facilitate timely transitions/discharges.

Job Qualifications and Specifications:

If hired after January 01, 2016, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited institution is required. A master's degree is preferred. Must hold and maintain a Rhode Island Registered Nurse license. A minimum of 3 to 5 years of related clinical experience as a Registered Nurse is required. Case Management experience or knowledge is required, demonstrated by either a Nursing Care Management Certificate of Graduate Studies or current knowledge of Care Management through a pre-hire assessment. Certification in Case Management (CCM or ACM) must be earned within 24 months of employment. The ability to communicate effectively with residents and physicians, interpret medical data, and influence interdisciplinary teams is essential. Knowledge of utilization management, quality management, and third-party payers is preferred. Proficiency with multiple computer systems (EMR, Microsoft Office, etc.) is required. Participation in weekend and holiday coverage rotation is expected, with flexibility to cover as needed.

About Care New England Health System:

Care New England and its member institutions—Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group—are trusted organizations advancing medical research, attracting top specialists, and providing innovative health services.

Additional Statements:

Americans with Disabilities Act Statement: Applicants who become disabled must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations, as determined on a case-by-case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Ethics Statement: Employees are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with the organization's ethical standards, policies, mission, vision, and values.