RNKaiser Permanente Downey Medical Center

Registered nurse case managers are responsible for coordinating patient care services. They help determine the type of care needed and the steps that must be taken to ensure that the patient receives that care. Other responsibilities can include scheduling appointments, determining insurance eligibility for certain treatments and performing exams and evaluations. Registered nurse case managers typically have clinical experience and begin their careers as registered nurses who care for patients daily. After, they can progress to higher levels of management. They can work in hospitals, nursing homes and other health care facilities.

Responsibilities:

• Conducting intake assessments with patients and families.
• Ensuring that families feel sufficiently equipped and supported.
• Developing individualized treatment plans that account for physical, financial, and other constraints.
• Adjusting treatment protocols, as needed.
• Suggesting and coordinating appropriate follow-up services to promote wellness.
• Ensuring that patients have transport to and from their homes and all pertinent healthcare facilities.
• Meeting with members of healthcare teams to discuss patients' progress, and to deliberate on appropriate care.
• Checking to see whether patients have sufficient insurance coverage or finances to pay for their treatment.
• Devising innovative solutions or suggesting appropriate referrals for patients who cannot afford to access treatment.
• at least 2 years experience in a hospital/acute care setting
• Active CA RN License
• Assignment will start 10/30 or 11/2. 2 years experience in an acute or ambulatory care setting along with epic experience is required. 32 hours per week. Shifts can be 4-8hrs a day per week. Clinician will assess needs, create care plans, and monitors patient progress.