RN Case Manager

Sheridan Memorial Hospital; Sheridan (WY); In loco; USD 85.000 - 100.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Sheridan Memorial Hospital in Sheridan, WY is seeking an RN Case Manager to coordinate patient care, ensure quality outcomes, and support infection prevention initiatives within a long-term care setting.

The role collaborates with physicians, nursing staff, patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team to develop and evaluate individualized care plans and participate in leadership on-call rotation.

Competenze

• RN with current, unrestricted license in the state of practice.
• Associate degree in nursing required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience in long-term care, care coordination, or case management preferred.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and regulatory requirements preferred.
• Strong assessment, communication, organizational and leadership skills; BLS required.
• Central Registry is required.

Mansioni

• Evaluate, collaborate on admission of new patients.
• Coordinate patient assessments, care planning, and ongoing evaluation of patient needs; participate in IDT rounds.
• Coordinate with Medicare, Medicaid, managed care organizations and other payers regarding authorization, reviews, and discharge planning.
• Monitor changes in patient condition and communicate with physicians, families, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Ensure accurate documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Support transitions of care, discharge planning, and patient/family education.
• Assist with quality assurance initiatives and opportunities for improved patient outcomes.
• Provide on-call support to the nursing leadership team for Long Term Care and Transitional Care Units.
• Infection Prevention: monitor practices, overseig infection surveillance and reporting, identify potential outbreaks, and implement interventions.
• Educate staff on infection prevention, PPE, isolation precautions, and standard precautions.
• Assist with infection control audits, tracking trends, outbreak response, and required reporting.
• Promote a safe, respectful, person-centered environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

Conoscenze

Infection prevention

Care coordination

Leadership

BLS certification

Formazione

Associate degree in nursing

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Descrizione del lavoro

Sheridan , WY

RN's

Full Time , Days

At Sheridan Memorial Hospital, we proudly rank in the top 13.6% of U.S. hospitals, recognized by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. With over 850 dedicated employees and 100+ expert providers across 25 specialties, we are committed to exceptional, patient-centered care. Set in northern Wyoming’s stunning Big Horn Mountain foothills, Sheridan offers outdoor adventure and community charm. Our hospital combines cutting-edge technology with a collaborative, innovative culture. Join a team that values your skills, fosters growth, and empowers you to impact lives meaningfully. Apply today and be part of Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s mission of excellence!

JOB SUMMARY

The RN Case Manager coordinates and oversees patient care to promote quality outcomes, patient safety, and regulatory compliance in a long-term care setting. This role collaborates with physicians, nursing staff, patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans. The RN Case Manager also supports the facility’s infection prevention and control program. This position will be included in the facility leadership on-call rotation.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for evaluating, collaborating, coordinating and admission of new patients.
• Coordinate patient assessments, care planning, and ongoing evaluation of patientneeds, participate in IDT rounds and coordinate patient care conferences.
• Coordinate with Medicare, Medicaid, managed care organizations, insurance companies and other payers regarding authorization, reviews, and discharge planning
• Monitor changes in the patient's condition and communicate with physicians, families, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with applicable state and federal regulations.
• Support transitions of care, discharge planning, and patient and family education.
• Assist with quality assurance initiatives and identification of opportunities for improved patientoutcomes.
• Provide on-call support to the nursing leadership team for Long Term Care and Transitional Care Units.
• Infection Prevention: Monitor infection prevention practices, overseig infection surveillance and reporting, identify potential outbreaks, and implement appropriate interventions in accordance with facility policies and current guidelines.
• Educate staff on infection prevention, hand hygiene, personal protective equipment (PPE), isolation precautions, and standard precautions.
• Assist with infection control audits, tracking trends, outbreak response, and required reporting.
• Promote a safe, respectful, person-centered environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS — Education, Experience & Licensure

• Associate degree in nursing required; Bachelor's of nursing preferred.
• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice or ability to obtain.
• Experience in long-term care, care coordination, or case management preferred.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices and applicable regulatory requirements preferred.
• Strong assessment, communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• BLS is required.
• Central Registry is required.

Specific demands not listed: Possible exposure to blood and / or body fluids / infectious disease / hazardous waste requiring the use of Personal Protective Equipment. Exposure to odorous chemicals / specimens and Latex products. Pre-employment drug and alcohol screening is required.

Sheridan Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click here