RN Case Manager (Patient Care Coordinator) - Hamilton, NJ

RWJBarnabas Health; Hamilton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated RN Case Manager to oversee inpatient case management activities. This role involves determining the appropriateness of continued stay, care planning, and discharge planning. The ideal candidate will possess a BSN and have 3-5 years of nursing experience, with a minimum of 2 years in case management. You will collaborate with patients, families, and care teams to ensure quality healthcare services are delivered efficiently and effectively. If you are passionate about patient advocacy and care coordination, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of nursing experience with at least 2 years in case management.
• Current RN license in New Jersey is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate healthcare services to meet patient needs through comprehensive assessment.
• Facilitate care planning and advocate for patients' healthcare decisions.

Skills

Nursing experience

Case Management

Computer literacy

Utilization review

Discharge planning

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Overview:

The RN Case manager will be responsible for all aspects of Case Management for Inpatients to determine appropriateness of continued stay, care planning, utilization management and discharge planning.

Required:

• BSN required
• 3-5 Years of Nursing experience
• 2 years minimum Case Management Experience required
• Computer literate, working knowledge of Microsoft applications (e.g., Word, Excel)

Preferred:

• Utilization review and discharge planning experience
• Case Management certification

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Current license as a registered Nurse in the State of NJ

Essential Functions:

• Coordinates quality healthcare services to meet a patient's specific healthcare needs as a result of gathering relevant and comprehensive information by interviewing the patient/family, the primary care physician, and the interdisciplinary care team to promote positive clinical and financial outcomes.
• Performs the primary role functions of assessment, planning, facilitation, and advocacy, which are achieved through collaboration with the patient and those involved in the patient’s care.
• Assures that appropriate services are generated in a timely and cost-effective manner by assisting the patient, whenever possible, to appropriately self-direct care, self-advocate, and make informed healthcare decisions to the highest degree possible.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.