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Penn State Health RN/Registered Nurse Care Coordinator - DAY SHIFT - Case Management in Reading, Pennsylvania
St Joseph Regional
Location: US:PA:Reading
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.00
Shift: Day
Hours: 8:00a - 4:00p
Recruiter Contact: Erin McCaw at emccaw@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
RN Care Coordinator - Registered Nurse Case Management - Penn State Health St. Joseph (Reading, PA)
JOB SUMMARY:
The RN Care Coordinator coordinates the care and service of selected patient populations across the continuum. Works collaboratively with patient, family, physician and other members of the health care team to achieve the highest quality clinical outcomes with the most cost effective use of available resources. This position assumes responsibility for an interdisciplinary process which assesses, plans, implements, monitors, and measures the effectiveness of interventions to meet patient treatment and transitional needs. Is knowledgeable about various age-related care protocols and functions within their scope of practice. Teamwork is a vital component through effective collaboration efforts.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):
Two (2) years nursing experience in acute care hospital required
Currently licensed to practice as a registered nurse by the State of employment
AHA BLS prior to end of orientation period
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Familiarity with case management role in health care setting.
Knowledge of medical terminology, utilization management criteria, community resources, and health care reimbursement systems.
Ability to analyze data, apply critical thinking process to problem-solving.
Demonstrated capacity to work with inter- disciplinary team (especially physicians) and communicate effectively. Moderate computer skills required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):
Bachelor's degree preferred
Case management certification (CCM or ACM) preferred
Previous experience in case management, discharge planning or utilization management role preferred
Knowledge of InterQual and/or Milliman criteria is preferred
This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 7:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, email hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF (https://www.pennstatehealth.org/sites/default/files/Careers/Accommodation%20Statement%20-%20CAREERS.pdf) for more detailed steps for assistance.
Position RN/Registered Nurse Care Coordinator - DAY SHIFT - Case Management
Location US:PA:Reading | Registered Nurse | Full Time
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