What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager / RN Acute Care position at UT Health East Texas?
Overview
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Join our team as a day shift, PRN, Acute Care Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager in Tyler, TX.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better
Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
Get to Know Your Team:
- UT Health Tyler, the flagship hospital of the system, has 502 licensed beds specializing in advanced acute care medicine. Our hospital includes a 24-hour ER with Level 1 trauma center, a comprehensive stroke center, more than 500 physicians and a full complement of subspecialty groups.
Responsibilities
- The Case Manager RN is responsible for assessing and coordinating patient care across the continuum, utilizing accepted criteria and guidelines to manage benefits and determine the medical necessity of the services provided.
- This position functions to achieve optimal clinical and quality outcomes by effectively managing care and resources to reduce unnecessary utilization.
- The RN Case Manager reports to the Director of Case Management or designee.
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
- RN, Associates degree in nursing or higher
Preferred Job Requirements:
- 2 years’ acute hospital-based nursing experience
- Experience in acute care hospital case management
- Certification in case management (ACM or CCM)