Case Manager RN - Infectious Disease

Position Status:

Full time

Shift: First Shift (Days - Less than 12 hours per shift) (United States of America)
Hours per week:40

Job Information Exemption Status:
Non-ExemptA Brief Overview The RN Case Manager (CM) for Infectious Disease will utilize their skills and expertise to assess the patient/family for necessary services within the continuum and provides appropriate resources and options for care. Collaborates with other members of the health care team on medically complex patients to monitor and resolve problems related to transitions of care including discharge;

identifying opportunities to improve patient care and post discharge quality of service to help prevent readmissions; to identify inappropriate and/or untimely services and collaborate with other members of the health care team to monitor and resolve these problems; documents all activities per regulatory or hospital requirements. This position is on-site; no remote. The delivery of professional nursing care at Stormont Vail Health is guided by Jean Watson's Theory of Human Caring and the theory of Shared governance, both of which are congruent with the mission, vision, and values of the organization

Education Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Preferred Experience Qualifications5 years Acute care, broad based nursing experience in a hospital setting. Preferred Quality management/Joint Commission, discharge planning and/or case management experience is equivalent to acute care nursing experience

Preferred Experience conducting clinical assessments, setting up home care services, general discharge planning and/or case management . Preferred

Skills and Abilities

Demonstrates critical thinking skills through problem solving and decision-making.

Demonstrates leadership qualities:o Time management, verbal and written communication skills, listening skills, prioritizing, and work organization.o Maintains a professional level of conduct, productivity, and coordinates and prioritizes patient related activities in an efficient and effective manner.

Licenses and Certifications Registered Nurse - KSBN A multistate license with the ability to practice within the State of Kansas is also accepted. Required Basic Life Support - BLS may be required within 90 days of hire depending on the department.

What you will do Analyzes assessment data to determine actual or potential problems, issues. Initiates prior authorizations for required/necessary medications/treatment plans.

Facilitates coordination of care for ambulatory services i.e. infusion center, wound care, and dialysis.

Facilitates discharge planning in conjunction with the health care team for patients transitioning to the next level of care Communicates with all members of the health care team informing them of any concerns or recommendations regarding d/c needs or plans.

Provides resources to patients/families to educate them about different levels of care and help them to understand their treatment options.

Implements identified plan through coordination of care and employs strategies to promote health and wellness.

Keeps supervisor informed of all quality and risk issues discovered through appropriate channels.

Identifies area for process improvement and participates in related activities.

Appropriately delegates tasks and duties in the direction and coordination of health care team members, patient care and department activities in accordance with the Kansas State Nurse Practice Act.
• Communicates effectively in all areas of professional practice.
• Promotes mutually respectful environment that encourages the exchange of ideas, supports the effectiveness of professional relationships and integrates ethics in all aspects of practice.
• Demonstrates…