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POSITION SUMMARY:
The RN Case Manager is fully engaged in providing quality/no harm, customer service and stewardship by utilizing advanced clinical skills in the assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation of patient care in accordance with Federal Conditions of Participation, State of Florida regulations, and The Joint Commission (TJC) accreditation standards. The RN Case Manager uses sound clinical judgment, working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team, patient, family, and significant support personnel to achieve optimal clinical outcomes through effective utilization of resources and discharge planning for all hospital admissions.
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES
1. Initiates care transition at time of admission, developing and revising individualized discharge plans (as indicated by assessment/reassessment and response to treatment) to meet patient needs during their hospital stay, manage their length of stay, promote efficient utilization of resources, and plan for a safe discharge.
2. Identifies at?risk populations using approved screening tool and following established referral processes for safe transition to next level care to prevent readmission.
3. Practices autonomously, consistent with evidence?based standards.
4. Serves as a case management resource expert for compliance with Medicare IM letter, 3008, 1823 PASSR, and DCF mandatory legal reporting, etc.
5. Works with the Utilization Department, Physician Advisors, Hospitalists, Emergency and other physicians to ensure appropriate, cost?effective care with the best patient outcomes.
6. Proactively identifies and either resolves or escalates delays and obstacles to discharge.
7. Identifies reimbursement factors influencing choice of post?hospital providers and obtains authorizations as required, either directly or in collaboration with the payer's case manager.
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