LPN Case Coordinator

Job Summary

As our LPN Case Coordinator, you will coordinate and oversee the collaborative care of patients referred to Franciscan Health System (FHS) under the direction of a physician or ARNP, working with primary care providers such as physicians, pharmacists, diagnostic imaging technicians, and physical/occupational therapists to offer guided access to the full range of services.

Responsibilities

• Guides the patient through the intake, diagnosis, treatment and discharge process in collaboration with other healthcare providers in the team, the patient and family.
• Communicates with patients, physicians, and outside agencies regarding the coordination of care and treatment of patients; handles incoming phone calls, pulls charts, receives and coordinates pharmacy re-fills and handles physical/occupational therapy re-certifications.
• Addresses and manages treatment plans, referrals and pre-authorization requirements of the patient from intake through discharge to facilitate the achievement of desired clinical and financial outcomes.
• Completes documentation responsibilities in accordance with hospital and department policy.
• Performs departmental administrative functions, as needed.
• Maintains staff schedules.
• Orders supplies and equipment.

Job Requirements

• Must reside in state of Washington
• Graduation from an accredited Practical Nursing program (or equivalent recognized military training) and two years of related clinical work experience that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities, upon hire
• Licensed Practical Nurse: WA, upon hire
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

PREFERRED

• Case management work experience