RN Case Manager

Pride Health is hiring for an RN Case Manager for a client in Waukesha, WI! (Contract)

Schedule: Mon-Fri 8-4:30pm (one weekend every 6 weeks minimum)

Contract: 3 month contract

Pay Rate: $40-45/hour

Specific Duties:

• Continuum of Care Planning
• The CM will be responsible for integrating the assessment of the need for post-hospital services and determination of an appropriate discharge plan for complex cases.
• Educates patient/family as to options/choices within the level of care determined to be appropriate. Initiates and insures completion of all necessary paperwork.
• Facilitates completion of orders as required prior to transfer of patient to the next level of care in a timely manner so discharge is not delayed.
• Continuum of Care planning will emphasize education and collaboration with physicians, family members, clinical social workers, nursing staff, therapists, and case managers from contracted payors when appropriate to determine discharge plan that will be of maximum benefit to the patient. Involve staff from next level of care in the treatment plan as early as possible to promote continuity and collaboration.
• Reports all relevant information to the staff assuming responsibility in the next level of care.
• Employees are expected to comply with all regulatory requirements, including CMS and Joint Commission Standards.

Must have qualifications/experience:

• WI RN License
• BLS
• Previous hospital med/surg discharge planning and case management experience is a plus
• Case Management certification is a plus

Only applicable for Kentucky positions: For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.

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