CASE MANAGER PT (12736)

Job Summary:    

• Coordinate with physicians, nurses, and other health team members to expedite medically appropriate, cost-effective care.    
• Support physician provision of patient care with accountability for designated patient case load.   
• Coordinate discharge planning needs to facilitate provision of services across continuum of care based on medical need and financial feasibility.
• Apply process improvement methodologies in evaluating outcomes of care.    
• Maintain and ensure adherence to clinical guidelines, tools and protocols based on evidence-based medicine related to quality measure indicators.  
• Demonstrate and encourage team behavior and exceptional patient/guest experiences.      
• Uphold and promote patient safety and quality.     

Education:                
Associate's degree in nursing or higher degree is required. Currently licensed by the state of Alabama. BSN preferred.                

Experience:                
Five years' clinical experience in acute care setting i.e., medical surgery critical care, ER, OR required.

Requirements:                
PRN Position - requires flexibility to work as needed when Director of Case Management provides notification.             

Additional Skills/Abilities:                
Skill and proficiency in applying highly technical principles, concepts and techniques that are central to case management. Advanced communication and interpersonal skills with all levels of internal and external customers. Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Excellent organizational skills are required. Must be able to set priorities appropriately and handle multiple issues concurrently.