What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse-Access Care-UMC-Remote work-Afternoons - Contingent position at Henry Ford Health - Careers?
• Position: Contingent
• Shift: Afternoons
• Every other weekend and Holiday Rotations
- MUST be within driving distance of Elijah McCoy building in downtown Detroit for purposes of ongoing training and if internet is down at remote location
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Within the System Capacity Command Center (SC3) at Henry Ford Health, the Access Management Nurse operates under minimal supervision, to review and screen recommended admission cases at Henry Ford Health System Emergency Departments (ED). Utilizes clinical and regulatory knowledge and skills to reduce financial risk and exposure due to inappropriate admissions. Collaborates with ED physicians, attending physicians, and third-party payers regarding initial screening reviews. Facilitates throughput in the most cost-effective manner, through continuous assessments, problem identification, and education.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Bachelor's degree in nursing. Three (3) years of clinical experience. Experience facilitating InterQual reviews, admission process preferred. Experience with systems that support patient flow, admission, and transfer preferred. Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and produce detailed and accurate work. Excellent clinical knowledge and assessment skills to evaluate and prioritize care issues. Ability to assess and handle highly sensitive and confidential matters with considerable discretion and independent judgment. Demonstrated positive work ethic and strong sense of teamwork/problem solving with co-workers. Understanding of Henry Ford Health policies and procedures preferred.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan