Job Information
Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center CASE MANAGER RN in Danville, Kentucky
Job Summary
Manages and monitors care for an assigned patient population and provides clinical and educational support to ensure that quality and cost-effective care is provided. Collaborates with patients by assessing, facilitating, planning and advocating for health needs on an individual basis. Assist in development, analysis and evaluation of Evidence Based Medicine, in cooperation with other hospital personnel, provides appropriate and timely discharge planning with referrals to Social Services as indicated. Exhibits the F.I.R.S.T. values (Friendliness, Innovation, Respect, Service and Trust).
Working Conditions, Hazards and Physical Effort
Primarily light work requiring to move or position up to 10 lbs. Long periods in a stationary position and moving around the unit. Works in a well-lighted, ventilated and air conditioned area when in the office; required to go to patient areas and other parts of the Organization for retrieval of information, patient interviews and assessment, meetings and related activities. During home visits possible exposure to disease, infection and physical strain and assault, as well as exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissue. Moderately stressful environment where department’s workload must be completed within prescribed time frames using fixed staffing resources.
Minimum Qualifications or Equivalents
Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Experience: Minimum of five (5) years' experience in a healthcare setting; ability to access, evaluate and intervene as needed in the care delivered to an assigned population; ability to effect change and be a change facilitator; knowledge of funding resources, services and clinical standards and outcomes; possess effective communication skills, both written and verbal; basic knowledge of growth, development and range of treatment needed by assigned patients.
EQUIPMENT USED/SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED: Proficient computer skills required. Preferred knowledge of the Meditech software or equivalent. Must be skilled in medical terminology and diagnosis. Utilizes communication skills with a high degree of effectiveness in working with physicians, hospital staff, consultants and review agencies.
Licenses, Certifications, and/or Registrations
Current RN license in the state of Kentucky: BSN, ARNP or ADN working towards BSN. Prefer CCM or CCM eligible.
- Key benefits include:
Health, dental and vision insurance are available upon hire date
Paid Time Off - accruals at 7.08 hours per pay period
Matching Retirement Savings Plan with up to an 8% match
Tuition reimbursement for hard to fill positions
Student loan repayment for certain positions
Cafeteria discount averaging 25%