What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full-Time Nurse Case Manager position at Azza HealthCare Agency?
Role Overview
The Inpatient Registered Nurse (RN) Care Manager provides comprehensive, patient-centered care management for at-risk patients in an acute care setting. Key responsibilities include assessment, care planning, coordination, resource utilization review, discharge planning, documentation, regulatory compliance, and patient advocacy. The goal is to ensure appropriate use of healthcare resources, delivering the right care at the right time and setting.
Qualifications & Skills
The Inpatient Registered Nurse (RN) Care Manager provides comprehensive, patient-centered care management for at-risk patients in an acute care setting. Key responsibilities include assessment, care planning, coordination, resource utilization review, discharge planning, documentation, regulatory compliance, and patient advocacy. The goal is to ensure appropriate use of healthcare resources, delivering the right care at the right time and setting.
Qualifications & Skills
- Associate's Degree in Nursing or diploma upon hire
- Alaska RN license upon hire
- At least 2 years of acute care experience in Medical-Surgical or inpatient settings
- Competency testing in Utilization Review
- Preferred: Bachelor's degree, national certification, 1-year care management or utilization review experience
- Conduct patient assessments and develop care plans
- Coordinate care and resources across settings
- Manage resource utilization and review cases
- Plan discharges and document interventions
- Ensure regulatory compliance and advocate for patients