Job Summary:

The case manager coordinates with physicians, nurses, social workers and other health team members to expedite medically appropriate, cost-effective care (Care Coordination).  The case manager applies clinical expertise and medical appropriateness criteria and works with physicians to determine appropriateness of hospital stay and appropriate level of care determination (Utilization Review) The case manager assesses patients at admission to begin discharge planning and works with a multidisciplinary team to facilitate appropriate and timely discharge (Discharge Planning).

 

 

Demonstrates through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision and values.

 

 

 

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Experience Required:

 

Education: 

Graduate of accredited School of Nursing with current Alabama licensure.

 

Experience:

 Three years clinical experience preferred. Comparable combination of education and experience will be considered. Previous utilization management, discharge planning or hospital based social service experience is very beneficial. Effective communication skills, verbal and written, as well as excellent organization skills are required.