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Case Manager, Registered Nurse

Job ID R-30882 Date Posted 03/30/2023 Location San Francisco, California Schedule/Shift/Weekly Hours Per Diem/Casual/Days

Organization:

Bay Administration

Job Shift:

Days

Employee Status:

Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours:

8

Schedule:

Per Diem/Casual

Weekly Hours:

0

Position Overview:

Responsible for Care Coordination and Care Transitions Planning throughout the acute care patient experience. This position works in collaboration with the Physician, Utilization Manager, Medical Social Worker and bedside RN to assure the timely progression and transition of patients to the appropriate level of care to prevent unnecessary admissions or readmissions. The Care Management process encompasses communication and facilitates care across the continuum through effective resource coordination. The goals of this role are to include the achievement of optimal health, access to care, and appropriate utilization of resources balanced with the patients' self –determination while coordinating in a timely and integrated fashion. He/She collaborates with patients, families, physicians, the interdisciplinary team, nursing management, quality, ancillary services, third party payers and review agencies, claims and finance departments, Medical Directors, and contracted providers and community resources. If assigned to the Emergency Department, the Care Management process is to address complex clinical and social situations efficiently in order to avoid unnecessary admissions.

Job Description:

EDUCATION
Bachelor's: BS in one of following: Nursing or Health related field or equivalent education/experience
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE
RN-Registered Nurse of California Upon Hire
EXPERIENCE
3 years experience In acute medical/surgical/ED/critical care nursing area, a Masters of Nursing in Case Management in lieu of three (3) years experience in acute medical/surgical/ED/ or critical care nursing area may be considered for employment at director’s discretion.
2 years experience with clinical assessment for patient with complex medical, emotional and social needs.
2 years experience using an electronic medical record system
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
A broad knowledge base of health care delivery and case management within a managed care environment.
Comprehensive knowledge of Utilization Review, levels of care, and observation status.
Awareness of healthcare reimbursement systems: HMO, PPO, PPS, CMS, value-based reimbursement models, and alternative payment systems preferred.
Working knowledge of laws, regulations, and professional standards affecting case management practice in an integrated delivery system: including but not limited to: CMS, Title 22, CHA Consent Manual, CDPH and TJC.
A broad knowledge base of post-acute levels of care and associated regulatory compliance requirements.
General understanding of coding and DRG assignment process preferred.
Must be able to effectively communicate with, and promote cooperation and collaboration between individuals including patients/families/caretakers, physicians, nurses and other ancillary partners.
Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, payers, and patients and their families.
Demonstrates commitment to service excellence in all patient, family and employee interactions and in performing all job responsibilities.
Functions in a manner to promote quality patient care and assure a positive patient experience.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and negotiation skills
Must have excellent time management skills to develop organized work processes in a high-volume environment with rapidly changing priorities.
Intermediate computer and technology skills.
Ability to promote teamwork and to effectively function in teams.
Ability to interact effectively with key internal and external constituents using collaboration, and customer service skills that promote excellence in the patient experience.
Pay Range:$76.68-88.94

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits:

No

Days of the Week:

Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Weekend Requirements:

Rotating Weekends

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Number of Openings:

0

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment. Applicants for specific positions are still required to disclose certain convictions during the application process, and those convictions may also be considered in determining eligibility for employment in accordance with applicable law.

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