Registered Nurse Case Manager (RN) - Case Coordination

Manchester Memorial Hospital, Inc.; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Manchester Memorial Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Care Manager to bridge provider and payer organizations and coordinate patient care transitions.

You will monitor admissions, coordinate discharge planning and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure appropriate care settings. This role requires a nursing background with CT licensure and a BSN preferred, plus at least five years of med-surg experience and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• RN with CT license required.
• BSN degree preferred.
• Graduate of accredited nursing program.
• 5+ years of nursing experience in med-surg.
• Case management/home care/utilization review experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate discharge planning and post-acute services.
• Monitor admissions for observation vs. inpatient care.
• Collaborate with physicians, payers and the care team.
• Communicate patient needs and clinical conditions.
• Provide coverage at both hospitals as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

English communication

Computer literacy

Education

Nursing degree

RN licensure CT

BSN preferred

Job description

Location Detail: 71 Haynes Street (10627)

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The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Care Manager provides a link between provider and payer organizations, physicians and the community in the transition of patient care through the health care system. Monitors all admissions for the appropriateness of observation services or inpatient hospitalization, according to InterQual criteria. Utilizing the nursing process, identifies patients with discharge planning needs and coordinates necessary services in the home or nursing facility setting. Coordinates patient care by using independent nursing judgment and working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team. Communicates, as appropriate, the patient’s clinical condition and care needs. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served. Professional knowledge and judgment will be utilized when guidelines are unavailable or inappropriate for a given situation. Promotes the profession of nursing and professional practice through collegial support and interactions. Is primarily assigned to one hospital, but will be required to provide coverage at the other hospital as needed. Reports to the Manager of Care Management.

Qualifications

Education / Certification

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing
• Baccalaureate degree in an applicable field required.
• Must have a current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut.
• Professional certification in case management or clinical specialty is preferred.

Experience

• Must have at least five (5) years of nursing experience in a medical surgical acute care setting
• Additional experience in case management, home care, and utilization review/management is preferred.

Competencies

• Requires good analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• A basic proficiency in personal computers is required.

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