Description
North Mississippi Health Services is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Case Management for a nursing job in Verona, Mississippi.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Case Management
- Discipline: RN
- Duration: Ongoing
- Employment Type: Staff
**JOB SUMMARY**
The Coordinator - Care RN at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for conducting patient assessments to determine their needs and barriers to disease management or recovery. They implement interventions, monitor the effectiveness of care plans, and coordinate transition of care to post-acute services. The Coordinator educates patients and family members on the provided services and collaborates with various healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care.
**JOB FUNCTIONS**
Coordinates:
• Conducts assessment to determine patient needs and barriers to disease management of continued recovery
• Implements appropriate interventions to address identified patient needs and maintain regulatory requirements
• Monitors the effectiveness of the patient's care plan and intervenes when necessary to address potential
progression delays
• Arranges appropriate post-acute services and procurement of durable medical equipment
• Coordinates transition of care as indicated
• Assess the discharge planning needs of the neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient
Reporting:
• Documents assessment findings and interacts in the clinical record according to establish standards
• Performs cost/benefit analysis to determine most cost effective care
• Documents type education received by the patient and/or family members
Education:
• Educates patient and/or family member(s) to the processes and services provided
• Attend and provide continuing education in-services
• Participates in performance improvement projects, committees, and teams
Communicates:
• Communicates patient needs to appropriate sources such as Physicians, medical staff, DME Companies, Home Health and Hospice Staff, and Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Facilities
• Communicates effectively with adult and geriatric patient
• Participates on committees and Physician Section meetings as requested/required
Quality Improvement:
• Participates in QI initiates and other Hospital performance improvement programs
Regulation:
• Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines
• Complies with appropriate Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guideline/regulations/laws/statues
**Remote Work Capable**
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**QUALIFICATIONS**
**Education**
Education Level
Education Details
Required/
Preferred
Associate's Degree
with 3 years nursing, social work or counseling experience
Required
or
Bachelor's Degree
in Nursing, Social Work, or Counseling
Required
and
Master's Degree
Preferred
**Licenses and Certifications**
Licenses/Certifications
Licenses/Certification Details
Time Frame
Required/
Preferred
RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure
Upon Hire
Required
or
LMSW - Licensed Medical Social Worker - State Licensure
Upon Hire
Required
or
LPC-Licensed Professional Counselor
Upon Hire
Required
Certified as a Board Certified Case Manager within 1 year of accepting position
Upon Hire
Preferred
and
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Certified in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Upon Hire
Required
**Work Experience**
Experience
Experience Details
Required/
Preferred
**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**
KSAs
Proficiency
Excellent organizational and communication (written and verbal) skills; required
Knowledgeable in the documentation of social/work case management intervention methods; required
Excellent interpersonal skills; required
Demonstrated knowledge in the following areas: pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics
Participate in Best Practice Models for care transitions
Demonstrates positive leadership with Physicians, insurance companies, industry representatives and all other persons or entities within our service area
Embraces the Mission, Vision, Values and Critical Success Factors of our organization
Represents NMMC in a positive, professional manner
Must have extensive contact with: Medical Staff, Nursing Personnel, DME Providers, Home Health Agencies, Community Agencies, referral resource providers, Utilization Review Manager, patients, and family members
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must project a positive, caring attitude toward clients, patients, staff and the public we serve
North Mississippi Health Services Job ID #2232-000B6M. Posted job title: Case Management - Case Management
About North Mississippi Health ServicesAt North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in connecting you to a career that challenges you, engages your mind and inspires you to be the “you” you always wanted to be. We also believe in celebrating everything that makes you uniquely you – your talents, your perspectives and your passions – and connecting you with others to create a supportive and innovative team that aspires and achieves together. Most of all, we believe in helping you leverage and connect your personal passion with a much greater purpose. We're committed to helping our team of over 7,000 unique individuals discover what connects you to our mission, vision and ultimate “why” – our patients.
With seven hospitals, more than 60 clinics, four long-term care facilities, state-of-the-art women's and behavioral health facilities and multiple outpatient care centers, we have a variety of career opportunities waiting for you.
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