RN Care Coordinator Per Diem

Job Summary

The Care Coordinator is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating options and services to meet an individual’s health needs. They facilitate progression of care and monitor the patient's progress to ensure the plan of care and services provided are patient-focused, high-quality, evidence-based, appropriate to patient needs, efficient, and cost-effective. This role aims to improve access to services and outcomes while reducing over-utilization of resources.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited school of Nursing, Baccalaureate degree preferred.
• Current RN licensure by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.
• 3-5 years of hospital adult acute care nursing experience preferred.
• Current BLS certification through any ILCOR provided courses such as but not limited to: American Heart Association and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.
• Certification as a Certified Case Manager (CCM), Certified Medical Assistant (CMAC), or Certified Medical Administrative Specialist (ACM) preferred.
• Ability to demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills and possess emotional and professional maturity.
• Basic understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, and Managed Care regulations.
• Organized and efficient in establishing priorities and performing tasks within specific timeframes.
• Self-motivated requiring minimal supervision.
• Views problems as a challenge and investigates alternatives which demand creativity, flexibility, and the ability to work under stress.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of all verbal and written information and documents.
• Familiarity with and appropriate use of community resources.

Physical Demands

• Must possess good physical health.
• Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.
• Lifting at least 10 pounds is required.
• Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.

Contact Information

Sherly Johnson Matherne, HR Talent Partner
Talent Acquisition - Human Resources

Employment Expectations

All St. Tammany Health System staff members are expected to conduct themselves according to the organization's mission, vision, and values. Please review these expectations before applying for employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.