Case Manager SE

About the role

The Case Manager, under the direction of the Director of Coordinated Care, utilizes the nursing process to develop, implement, and evaluate case management outcomes for defined patient populations. This individual supports the mission, vision, and values of Advocate Medical Center and contributes to the accomplishment of the purpose and objectives of the medical center.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates optimal outcomes for all parties involved through advocacy, objectivity and liaison/collaboration with an emphasis on continuity of care, effective communication, and coordination of appropriate healthcare services.
• Utilizes a variety of skills to educate, consult, and assist in the management of an identified patient population in order to achieve the highest quality and best possible outcomes for the patient in a cost effective manner.
• Collaborates with a patient care team that includes, but is not limited to physicians, nurses and assistive staff, rehabilitative therapies, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, dietetics, psychosocial support disciplines, infection control, fiscal services, performance improvement, and any other disciplines directly and indirectly involved in patient care.
• Utilizes a scientific approach in the analysis of patient care, identifying opportunities for the improvement of patient care/outcomes, quality of life, and cost reduction based on current research findings supported in the literature.
• Collaborates actively on a daily basis (Monday-Friday) with the identified case management team in order to facilitate timely achievement of expected patient outcomes.
• When not on campus, the Case Manager is available by pager, digital phone, and e-mail.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Registered Professional Nurses, BSN preferred, MSN encouraged.
• Minimum of five years of experience in the care of assigned patient population.
• Participation in case management and utilization review encouraged.

Qualifications

• Licensure/Certification: Current registration to practice as a Registered Nurse in the the applicable state as determined by job location.
• Case Management certification encouraged.

Skills

• Scientific approach in the analysis of patient care.
• Effective communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Education Assistance Program.

Pay

Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.

Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job.

Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

Schedule

Variety