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RN Case Manager - Inpatient Care Coordination

Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Rio Rancho, NM
2 days ago
Up to $52.95/hour

Job Description

Join Presbyterian as an RN Case Manager, providing essential case management in the Emergency Department. You'll enhance patient care and satisfaction, manage resources effectively, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to improve health outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Interviews and assesses each patient, family or other designated person(s) within 48 hours of admission
  • Applies approved clinical criteria to monitor appropriateness of admissions and continued stays
  • Communicates with physicians the necessary documentation required to demonstrate medical necessity
  • Educates patient, family and interdisciplinary team regarding post-acute care options
  • Develops implements, coordinates, monitors and evaluates discharge plans
  • Participates and facilitates care progression in daily multidisciplinary rounds
  • Identifies patients and families with complex psychosocial issues
  • Documents results of assessments and interventions in the medical record

Required Qualifications

  • Associate Degree in Nursing
  • Registered Nurse - State of New Mexico or Compact State Nursing License

Preferred Qualifications

  • National Case Management certification
  • Two years clinical nursing experience in relevant clinical practice area with utilization review or case management experience

Benefits & Perks

Sign on and relocation bonusesEducational and career development optionsWearable alarm badge for safetyShift differentials for nights and weekendsDifferentials for higher education and certificationsMalpractice liability insuranceLoan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education DepartmentWellness program including on-site gyms and nutrition coaching