Case Manager PRN Weekends

About the role

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States.
• Manage a designated caseload to coordinate and complete timely assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of discharge plans and care transitions across the continuum of care.
• Ensure optimum utilization of the patient's and the Health System's resources and perform these duties within the requirements of CMS and other external review agencies.
• Work performed includes monitoring daily census and assignment to assure all patients are assessed.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
• Case management needs include care coordination/transition and discharge planning, consultations, advocacy, education.
• Maintain effective communication with health care team members related to assessment findings, discharge planning needs and provider orders needed to arrange Homecare, Durable Medical Equipment, Transportation, Skilled Nursing or Acute Rehab Facility placement, Substance Abuse Treatment and outpatient follow-up.
• Maintain working knowledge of specific benefits and reimbursement guidelines, the discharge planning process and applicable federal, state and local regulations.
• Provide education and guidance on these topics to providers, patients and families as needed.
• Work with Utilization Management partners to provide information and feedback that will enhance negotiations and denial prevention with payers.
• Maintain timely documentation of assessment findings, discharge arrangements and actions taken according to departmental guidelines; prepare reports and maintain records as requested and/or required.
• Participate in Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities as requested.

Requirements

Requires Case Management Certification (ACM, CCM or ANCC) within 3 years of hire. MSW or BSN required. If BSN must have current or compact RN licensure in state of NC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Master of Social Work (MSW) required.
• If BSN, must have current or compact RN licensure in state of NC.
• 3 years of relevant experience.

Skills

• Ability to work effectively in a self-directed role.
• Ability to multi-task, capable of daily problem-solving complex issues.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Basic computer skills necessary.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)

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