RN Care Manager - Inpatient - Part Time

ThedaCare; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

ThedaCare is seeking a part-time RN Care Manager (0.5 FTE) at the Appleton location to coordinate multi-disciplinary care transitions. You will develop care plans, collaborate with the care team and family, and ensure timely access to services while balancing cost and quality for our patients.

Required ADN or BSN, Wisconsin RN license, and BLS. Eligible ADN candidates must have a related bachelor’s degree; CCM/ACM certification due within one year of hire.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• ADN candidates must also hold a bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Psychology, Social Work, Health Science, or equivalent).
• Candidates currently enrolled in a BSN completion program may also be considered.
• Current Wisconsin RN License; AHA BLS Provider Certification; CCM/ACM certification required within one year of hire for ADN candidates.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care across disciplines to transition patients to appropriate care levels.
• Develop and implement care plans to achieve high-quality outcomes and cost efficiency.
• Communicate with patients, families, and care teams to address needs and barriers.
• Facilitate access to primary care, specialists, and community resources.

Skills

Nursing

Care Coordination

BLS Certification

Communication Skills

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Education

ADN or BSN

CCM/ACM within 1 year

Job description

Why ThedaCare?

Living A Life Inspired! Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world. At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance.

If you’re interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare.

Benefits

Benefits, with a whole-person approach to wellness – Lifestyle Engagement e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support Access & Affordability e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare

About ThedaCare!

Summary : The RN Care Manager is responsible for coordination of multiple disciplines and resources to facilitate transition of the patient to the appropriate level on the continuum of care. Develops a plan of care to ensure the highest quality care with the best outcomes for the patient in the most cost-effective manner. Integrates decisions of committees into the operation and activities of the department.

Job Description

Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm Every 9th Weekend Rotation 1 Holiday per Year

Key Accountabilities

• Utilizes nursing process, evidenced-based practice, and unit-specific competencies to complete an accurate and timely assessment of the patient’s needs, goals, preferences, and resources available.
• Facilitates the development of a plan of care in collaboration with the patient, family, caregiver, and health care team.
• Determines the appropriate level of care and coordinates the interdisciplinary treatment and plan of care.
• Arranges appropriate and prompt access to care transition needs, primary care providers, physician specialists, and similar services/equipment as necessary.
• Evaluates progress toward the goals/expected outcomes of the plan, facilitates the progression of care, and ensures revisions in response to changes in patient needs and condition.
• Proactively identifies, communicates, and resolves barriers that impede the progression of care.
• Communicates information effectively to the health care team, patient, caregivers/families, and those involved in the treatment and patient’s care.
• Advocates on behalf of patients/families and caregivers for service access and insurance benefits allowing informed choice within the constraints of regulations, and for the protection of the patient’s health, safety, and rights.
• Evaluates the options available and balances cost and quality to ensure the optimal clinical and financial outcomes.
• Collaborates with multiple disciplines internally and externally to effectively and efficiently identify and provide available community resources/potential partners, and advocates for resolution of gaps in the available resources.
• Collaborates with managers, physicians, medical directors, advisory groups, and treatment teams for issues related to physician practices and best practices for the patient’s plan of care.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• ADN candidates must also hold a bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Psychology, Social Work, Health Science, or equivalent).
• Candidates currently enrolled in a BSN completion program may also be considered.
• Current Wisconsin RN License American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS National Certification in Care Management (e.g., CCM or ACM) required within one year of hire for candidates with an ADN.

Physical Demands

Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of twenty-five (25) pounds without assistance Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties

Work Environment

Climate controlled office setting with daily movement throughout the facility Interaction with department members and other healthcare providers Position requires compliance with department specific competencies. .

Schedule

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20 Scheduled FTE: 0.5 Location: ThedaCare Regional Medical Center - Appleton - Appleton,Wisconsin Overtime Exempt: No Worker Shift Details: Days About ThedaCare

ThedaCare

ThedaCare is a community health system consisting of seven hospitals, numerous clinics and related services. We are the third largest health care employer in Wisconsin and the largest employer in the state's second largest economic market - Northeast Wisconsin - with approximately 6,800 employees. Through our 100-year history, ThedaCare has woven itself into the very fabric of the communities we serve. For our employees, ThedaCare offers an environment that not only welcomes but also encourages innovative thinking and fresh approaches to today’s health care challenges. We’ve improved the health of thousands of individuals. We know this because we track our quality and constantly seek to improve our care and services for the members of our communities.

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ThedaCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ThedaCare complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, medical condition, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.