RN - Care Manager
About the role
The Inpatient Registered Nurse (RN) Care Manager provides professional, comprehensive, patient centric care management services for at-risk patients in an acute care environment. Accountabilities include assessment and planning, coordination of care, resource utilization management and/or review, discharge planning, documentation of interventions, regulatory compliance, and patient advocacy. The goal of the Inpatient Care Management RN is to ensure the use of appropriate healthcare resources throughout the continuum, so that the care provided is the right care, at the right time, in the right setting.
Responsibilities
- Assessment and Planning: Conduct thorough assessments of patients' needs and develop personalized care plans.
- Care Coordination: Coordinate interdisciplinary care teams to ensure seamless transitions of care.
- Resource Utilization Management: Review and optimize the use of healthcare resources to improve patient outcomes.
- Discharge Planning: Develop and implement discharge plans to facilitate safe transitions to home or other settings.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely documentation of interventions and care processes.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to regulatory standards and guidelines.
- Patient Advocacy: Advocate for patients' rights and preferences throughout their care journey.
Requirements
- Associate's Degree in Nursing degree/diploma upon hire.
- Washington Registered Nurse License upon hire.
- 2 years Acute Care experience in a Medical Surgical or Inpatient setting.
- 1 year experience in care management or utilization review in any setting, or successful completion of TIPS program or Case Management Orientation Program upon hire.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or higher within 3 years of hire preferred.
- National Certification in area of specialty preferred.
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
- Proficiency in electronic health record systems.
Benefits
Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources, and much more.
Pay
The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. The base pay range is $47.69 - $94.06 per hour.
Schedule
This position is available on a Per-Diem basis.