RN - Case Manager PRN | Oklahoma City

SSM Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Discharge Planning Nurse to join their team. In this vital role, you will assess and develop discharge plans in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, ensuring patients receive the appropriate care for their next steps. Your expertise will help identify and address barriers to effective discharge, contributing to improved patient outcomes. This position offers the flexibility of PRN scheduling, allowing you to make a significant impact while balancing your work-life commitments. Join a dynamic environment that values collaboration and professional growth.

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Payment Options

Tuition Coverage

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program or equivalent.
• Minimum of three years' acute care experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess and develop discharge planning needs for patients.
• Ensure compliance with discharge planning regulations.
• Identify gaps in inpatient and observation length of stay.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Discharge Planning

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Utilization Management

Evidence-Based Practice

Education

Accredited Nursing Program

Job description

Job Description: Discharge Planning Nurse (PRN)

Worker Type: PRN

Location: St. Anthony's Hospital, Oklahoma City

1000 N Lee Ave., Oklahoma City, OK 73102

Job Highlights:

• Department: System Case Management
• Schedule: PRN, as needed

Job Summary:

Assess, develop, plan, implement, and evaluate patients' discharge planning needs for the next level of care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with Condition of Participation (CoP) discharge planning.
• Identify and escalate gaps or barriers related to inpatient and observation length of stay.
• Assess patients at high risk for readmission, identify root causes, and develop discharge plans collaboratively.
• Participate in team discussions on process improvements.
• May handle utilization management, ED case management, admission processes, and act as liaison with post-acute providers.
• Apply evidence-based practice and scientific knowledge to nursing care based on patient age and clinical needs.
• Adhere to professional nursing standards, including the ANA Code of Ethics.
• Maintain safety and alertness at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program or equivalent.
• Minimum of three years' acute care experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent lifting/carrying of objects 0-25 lbs and occasional 25-50 lbs.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching, and repetitive movements.
• Use of vision, depth perception, hearing, and speech.
• Frequent data entry; occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, and lifting.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid RN license in Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, or Wisconsin, as applicable.

Work Schedule:

PRN / Per Diem, as needed

Benefits:

Comprehensive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible payment options via DailyPay, and upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath.

SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About SSM Health:

SSM Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit healthcare system with 11,000 providers and nearly 39,000 employees across Wisconsin, Oklahoma, Illinois, and Missouri.