Valley Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Case Management for a nursing job in Renton, Washington.
Job Description: Job Description Case Management The position description is a guide to the critical duties and essential functions of the job, not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, qualifications, physical demands and work environment conditions. Position descriptions are reviewed and revised to meet the changing needs of the organization. TITLE: RN Case Manager JOB OVERVIEW: The RN Case Manager facilitates discharge coordination, effective patient throughput in the inpatient setting, and continuity of care for specified populations in the acute care setting. This includes collaboration with patients, surrogates, families, physicians, nurses, and other members of the health care team to address patient needs through effective coordination of services. The RN Case Manager evaluates clinical requirements, synthesizing patient goals of care, treatment preferences, and available resources in the development of a discharge plan that accounts for continuum of care needs and is commensurate with the patient's right to self-determination. AREA OF ASSIGNMENT: Case Management HOURS OF WORK: Typically, day shift Monday - Friday with weekend and holiday rotation. RESPONSIBLE TO: Manager, Case Management PREREQUISITES:
Current license as a registered nurse in the State of Washington.
Minimum five years recent clinical experience as an RN working in an acute care setting required; 3 years of experience as a case manager preferred.
Bachelor's degree preferred.
Certification in Case Management preferred.
Ability to communicate fluently in English, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to type fluently and quickly; write legibly, spell correctly, and use accepted grammar.
Ability to assess the clinical requirements of care in the medical setting; and to create, implement, and evaluate the effectiveness of care plans which address identified needs.
Ability to meet and demonstrate VMC's mission, vision, and values, and abide by the VMC Caregiver Commitment.
Effective communication skills, including group facilitation and conflict management skills.
Ability to work in a collaborative team setting with peers.
Interpersonal skills necessary to interact with the multidisciplinary team of care providers, to coordinate care for patients and families.
Demonstrates sensitivity and compassion in the coordination of care requirements for all patients and families from a variety of ethnic, cultural, social, and economic backgrounds and with varied medical and developmental needs.
Knowledge of community resources and how to access them effectively and efficiently.
Knowledge of the healthcare financial environment, reimbursement methodologies, and length of stay management.
Ability to work independently without close supervision; while managing multiple demands, prioritizing and producing accurate work, while, meeting outcome expectations and deadlines.
Ability to function in multiple and varied settings throughout the facility.
Neat and well-groomed appearance consistent with VMC dress code policy.
Experienced navigator of basic electronic applications including Outlook, Office, and calendar management.
Experienced in use of electronic health record (EHR).
Collaborate with partners on the care team including social work and discharge coordinators by facilitating timely medical case reviews, addressing priority of patient care needs based on case load, and allocating distribution of patient case load based on medical complexity of care.
Assess, plan, and facilitate discharges and transitions of care for the medically complex patient population including the following:
Review past and present medical records to determine history, admitting diagnosis or procedure, and plan of care compared to previous history and care needs.
Collaborate with the patient or surrogate in the gathering of pertinent information about the patient's psychosocial, functional and financial situation to identify needs or barriers to care.
Communicate with the multidisciplinary team (physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, chaplain, etc.) as needed to complete assessment.
Establish a discharge plan based upon individual patient needs, patient preferences, and existing or proposed treatment options in order to support and promote desired clinical, outcomes in a timely manner.
Provide relevant education and information regarding resources to patient/surrogate to facilitate informed decision making and active participation in the plan for transfer/discharge.
Identify, address, and implement goals of care and treatment preferences with patient/surrogate regarding available options, empowering the ability to make choices in their best interest.
Identify benefits and coordinate resources based on patient's needs and preferences.
Work with insurance companies and/or public health benefit programs (DSHS, Medicare, Medicaid, County, State) to optimize benefits available to the patient.
UW Medicine Valley Medical Center Job ID #2024-1158. Posted job title: RN Case Manager- 1.0 FTE Days
At Valley Medical Center, we witness the extraordinary power of life in every facet of our work. It’s a humbling and inspiring experience that continually reinforces our purpose: caring for people. Situated south of downtown Seattle, Valley Medical Center has been a cornerstone of Renton since its early beginnings in 1911. As the largest nonprofit healthcare provider between Seattle and Tacoma, we extend beyond the hospital walls, operating a network of over forty primary care, urgent care, and specialty clinics throughout South King County.
Valley plays a pivotal role in preserving and enhancing the health of our community. United by core values of compassion, respect, trust, and teamwork, we share a genuine passion for helping others, both patients and colleagues. By joining Valley, you become part of a remarkable and dedicated team committed to caring for our community and one another. If this excites and motivates you, consider joining our team!
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