Position Summary

Conducts high-risk screening for discharge planning needs; conducts discharge planning evaluations and provides interventions to those patients with identified needs a safe and timely transition of care through the continuum. Assures the utilization management functions of the hospital by completing screening of admission, continued stay and discharge planning, under the direction of the Utilization Management Committee.     

Minimum Qualifications

Current Licensure in the State of Oregon as Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, or bachelor's degree in social work preferred.Bachelor's degree in nursing, social work, or other relevant health related field.Minimum of three years clinical experience required.Preferred two years of utilization review, or case management experience.Strong computer skills with Microsoft office, Excel. electronic medical records software and other database softwareStrong interpersonal skills with many different types and levels of authorityBLS required

Essential Job Functional

Understands and applies Utilization Review Principles and GuidelinesUnderstands and applies DC Planning principles and guidelinesCompletes admission review for all assigned patients within 24 hours of admission for proper status, applying hospital used criteria.Screens all patients for continued stay and discharge clearance in accordance with hospital and/or insurance company requirementsAssures that insurance companies and other entities are notified appropriately of the patient’s clinical condition to assure payment of claim and proper authorization are obtained.Participates as a contributing member of the WVMC interdisciplinary team.Effective communication and information flow, particularly in relation to communication with physicians regarding patient status.Psychosocial Assessments of patient and family as it relates to safe discharge plansKnowledge of Community Resources and strong networking

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Demonstrate sound judgment, patience and maintain a professional demeanor at all timesAbility to work in a busy and stressful environmentOrganizational skills and the ability to prioritizeStrong interpersonal verbal and written communication skillsCreativity, problem analysis and decision makingAbility to work varied shifts

WVMC is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have a special need or seek accommodation to aid your participation in our hiring process, please contact us at (503) 472-6131