RN Care Manager PRN

Woodland Heightshas an opening for aRN Care Manager! We provide exceptional care for our patients and are looking for caring and knowledgeable team members to join us. As a Nurse at WoodlandHeights youll play a vital role in doing what you do best - providing quality care to our patients. We know its not just about finding a job. Its about finding a place where you are respected valued and where your work is purposeful and fulfilling. A place where your talent is recognized professional development is encouraged and career advancement is possible. Woodland Heights is an employer that will motivate you inspire you and allow you to grow. We are looking for the best. If you are toowe invite you to learn more and apply today!

Our nurses enjoy a robust benefits package including:

Benefits

• Matching 401(k)
• Medical Dental Vision & Life Insurance
• Rx Savings Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Loan Repayment
• Competitive Pay Shift Differentials
• Generous Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Extended Illness Bank (EIB)
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Rewards and recognition programs
• Additional perks and discounts
  
  
  Job Summary
  The Care Manager - RN is responsible for coordinating and overseeing discharge planning transitions of care and case management activities to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This role involves collaborating with interdisciplinary teams reviewing medical records for appropriateness and medical necessity and maintaining compliance with federal state and accreditation standards.
  
  Essential Functions
• Conducts daily reviews of medical records to assess the appropriateness of admission continued hospital stay and utilization of diagnostic services.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams (IDT) to ensure effective communication and coordination of patient care including identifying avoidable days and resolving care transition issues.
• Develops and implements discharge plans coordinating post-hospital placement and social services to meet patient needs.
• Refers cases to physicians or managers when patients do not meet established criteria ensuring timely and appropriate interventions.
• Serves as a liaison with community agencies maintaining relationships and facilitating seamless transitions for discharged patients.
• Facilitates interdisciplinary meetings to address patient care needs resolve challenges and support collaborative care planning.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of case management activities including records of referrals patient interactions and compliance with reporting requirements.
• Identifies and appropriately refers cases to Child/Adult Protective Services ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Provides professional assistance to patients families and physicians regarding discharge planning and post-hospital care options.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing required
• Bachelors Degree in Nursing preferred
• 2-4 years of clinical nursing experience in a hospital home health or nursing home setting required
• 2-4 years of care management experience preferred

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of case management principles discharge planning and transitions of care.
• Knowledge of federal state and Joint Commission standards related to case management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with patients families and interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to assess complex situations identify solutions and implement care plans efficiently.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) and documentation systems.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required

State Specific Requirements

• Alabama: Accredited Case Manager (ACM) or Certified Case Manager (CCM) certification preferred.
• New Mexico: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications preferred.
  
  
  Woodland Heights Medical Center is your community healthcare provider a 149-bed facility offering inpatient and outpatient services.
  
  We believe in the power of people to create great care.
  
  Were more than 200 healthcare professionals strong.
  We are a Joint Commission accredited facility and have receivedawards forcardiology pulmonology neurology andorthopedic surgery.
  We work hard every day to be a place of healing caring and connection for patients and families in the community we call home.