What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Case Manager Weekend - Case Management - FT - 1st Shift position at Huntsville Hospital System?
Overview
The RN Case Manager is to support the physician and interdisciplinary team in facilitating patient care, with the underlying objective of enhancing the quality of clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction while managing the cost of care and providing timely and accurate information to payers. This role integrates and coordinates Utilization management, care coordination and discharge planning functions. The Case Manager is accountable for a designated patient caseload and plans effectively in order to meet patient needs, manage the length of stay, and promote efficient use of resources.
Qualifications
Education Required: Minimum of A.S.N. from an accredited college or university required. Education Preferred: BSN Degree preferred License, Certification and/or Registration: Current Alabama RN Licensure. Experience: Three years acute care experience required. Additional Skills/Abilities: Excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skills. Strong organizational and time management skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components. Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, patients and their families, and payers.