Navigator-Post Acute Case Mgt

Job Requirements

The Case Management Post-Acute Navigator is an integral part of the interdisciplinary team who functions as a liaison between the patient, family, and medical staff. The Case Management Post-Acute Navigator is an advocate for the patient's right to self-determination in his or her care decisions. The Case Management Post-Acute Navigator assesses patients that have been referred for admission using the Post-Acute approved admission criteria.

• Minimum Requirements
• Education: Registered Nurse or bachelor's degree in social work, associate degree in health science with a major in respiratory or related field
• Experience: 1-3 years of health care experience
• PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
• Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree in nursing with a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in South Carolina or Bachelor's degree in social work and licensed
• Preferred Experience: 1-3 years of clinical experience
• PREFERRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
• South Carolina Licensed Registered Nurse
• South Carolina Licensed Social Worker

Core Job Responsibilities

• Assesses prospective patient needs, works closely with referring agencies and physicians, coordinates hospital admissions, and acts a liaison between referring and admitting physicians.
• Conducts, along with physician leadership support and Utilization Review Committee oversight, initial utilization review activities for the hospital.
• Must be able to provide and understand the specific communication, developmental and treatment needs of patients, families and visitors ranging in age from early adult to late adult.
• Provide in services and education for ancillary staff as needed.
• Assist leadership in reviewing and revising of department policies and procedures.