Registered Nurse Case Manager
Company: Del Sol Medical Center
Location: El Paso
Posted on: April 18, 2024
Job Description:
Description IntroductionDo you want to be appreciated daily? Our
nurses are celebrated for being on the front line, empathetic for
patients. At Del Sol Medical Center our nurses set us apart from
any other healthcare provider. We are seeking a(an) Registered
Nurse Case Manager to join our healthcare family.BenefitsDel Sol
Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the
health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The
available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services
at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and
behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services
and free AirMed medical transportation.
- Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and
disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental
health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital
indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection,
legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet
insurance and more.
- Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical
and financial wellbeing
- 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on
years of service)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare
stock
- Family support through fertility and family building benefits
with Progyny and adoption assistance.
- Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto
repair, event planning and more
- Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
- Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and
preferred banking partnerships
- Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification
support, dependent scholarships)
- Colleague recognition program
- Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave,
long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of
absence)
- Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only
coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on
income.Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
At Del Sol Medical Center, our nurses play a vital part. We know
that every nurse's path and purpose is unique. Do you want to
create your own personal career path in nursing? HCA Healthcare is
your career destination! Our scale makes it possible for nurses to
create the career path that fits their life - for life - and
empowers their passion for patient care. Apply today for our
Registered Nurse Case Manager opportunity.Job Summary and
QualificationsPosition Summary -The Registered Nurse (RN) CM is
responsible for promoting patient-centered care by coordinating the
plan of care for the patient stay, managing the length of stay,
ensuring appropriate resource management, and developing a safe
appropriate discharge plan in collaboration with the
multidisciplinary team. The RN CM facilitates the progression and
transition of care using established criteria and in conjunction
with the multidisciplinary team. The RN CM will coordinate
activities that promote quality outcomes and patient throughput
while supporting a balance of optimal care and appropriate resource
utilizationWhat you will do in this role:
- You will provide program orientation to
patients/families/caregivers. Orientation will include the case
manager's role, Rehab philosophy, and continued stay and discharge
criteria. Orientation will also include Medicare and insurance
benefits, grievance procedures, treatment plan process, and rights
and responsibilities.
- You will act as the coordinator of patient/family/caregiver
education. You will promote the participation of the
patient/family/caregiver in team discussions related to plans,
goals, and status. This will be conducted through Family
Conferences and other interactions.
- You will ensure the implementation of the patient's treatment
plan that supports the patient's strengths, abilities, needs, and
preferences. You will facilitate the involvement of the patient
throughout the rehabilitation process.
- You will document the findings of the Discharge Planning
Evaluation (DPE) and psychosocial assessments. You will communicate
the social, financial, or discharge needs and preferences of the
patient/family/caregiver.
- You will assume accountability for promoting consistent,
positive patient interactions that advance the agenda of
unparalleled patient service.
What qualifications you will need:EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Associate Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Preferred
- 2+ years experience in case management OR 3+ years experience
in clinical nursing Required
- InterQual experience Preferred -
- Certification in Case Management Preferred
- Ability to establish and maintain collaborative and effective
working relationships -
- Ability to communicate effectively in oral, written and
electronic formats -
- Demonstrates analytical and critical thinking abilities with
proactive decision-making and negotiation skillsPERFORMANCE
EXPECTATIONS:
- Provides case management services for both inpatient and
observation patients as assigned.
- Identifies patients who are at risk for adverse outcomes during
the transition from one level of care/setting to another.
- Performs a comprehensive assessment of psychosocial, medical
and discharge needs of patients/family along with an assessment of
resources appropriate and available to the patient/family.
- Reassesses the patient's clinical condition as indicated.
Considers patient's readmission status or risk of readmission and
develops strategies to mitigate including education on
appropriately accessing healthcare resources, preventative
education, and community based resources.
- Coordinates the plan of care and drives the discharge plan by
collaborating with the multidisciplinary health care team and in
particular with the patient's physician to facilitate a successful
care transition.
- Partners with Social Services to ensure the post-acute medical
needs and level of care are appropriate.
- Assumes responsibility for timely referral to Social Services
when risk factors for psychosocial determinants of health are
identified.
- Involves patient and family/responsible/significant others in
identifying and clarifying needs and expectations to develop mutual
and realistic goals.
- Evaluates progression of care using evidence-based tools and
approved criteria (InterQual) throughout the episode of care;
escalates progression and transition of care issues through the
established chain of command.
- Makes appropriate referrals to third party payer and disease
and case management programs for recurring patients and patients
with chronic disease states.
- Facilitates patient throughput with an ongoing focus on an
effective care transition, quality, and efficiency.
- Documents professional recommendations, discharge plan, care
coordination interventions, and case management activities to
effectively communicate to all members of the health care
team.
- Aligns patient needs with available resources to ensure a safe
discharge/transition.
- Acts as a liaison through effective and professional
communications between and with physicians, patient/family,
hospital staff, and outside agencies.
- Actively seeks ways to control costs without compromising
patient safety, quality of care, or the services delivered.
- Directs activities to identify and provide for the needs of the
under-resourced patient population to include patient education
activities, patient assistance programs, and community-based
resources
- Participates in performance improvement activities including,
but not limited to, identifying, documenting, and intervening when
avoidable days occur.
- Adheres to established policy and procedure and standards of
care; escalates issues promptly through the established chain of
command.
- Demonstrates knowledge of regulatory requirements, HCA Ethics
and Compliance policies, and quality initiatives.
- Serves as an advocate for patient's rights, needs, and values;
ensures that patients' ethnic, cultural, or religious values,
beliefs, preferences ,and needs are considered and aligned.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Practices and adheres to the "Code of Conduct" and "Mission and
Value Statement." -is a full service, acute-care hospital in east
El Paso, Texas. We have a Level II trauma designation. This
facility has 300+ patient beds. Our include emergency care, cardiac
care, women's services, Level III NICU, rehabilitation, a , and a
Minimally Invasive Surgery Center. Del Sol Medical Center is part
of Las Palmas Del Sol Healthcare. We are a leading healthcare
provider for El Paso and the surrounding region that is part of HCA
Healthcare.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most
Ethical Companies - by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten
times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7
billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured
discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "The great hospitals
will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the
really great institutions will provide care with warmth,
compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist,
Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder Join a family that cares about every
stage in your career! We are interviewing candidates for our
Registered Nurse Case Manager opening. Apply today and a member of
our Talent Acquisition team will reach out.We are an equal
opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not
discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national
origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran
status, or disability status.
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