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Job Title Nurse Case Manager/UKHC Requisition Number RE48811 Working Title Nurse Case Manager - ELIGIBLE FOR RECRUITMENT BONUS Department Name H4019: Continuum of Care Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 11 Salary Range $54,080-95,056/year Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education BSN Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience 3 yrs Required License/Registration/Certification Registered Nurse (RN) Physical Requirements This position requires intermittently sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time and performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); and occasionally standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; and lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves some exposure to loud noises, temperature extremes, hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, blood-borne/airborne pathogens, and combative/violent people. Shift Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm; occasional weekends and/or holidays required. Job Summary The RN Case Manager is responsible for the clinical aspect of care transition/discharge planning. This includes rapport building/communication with multidisciplinary teams, patients, families and significant others. Discharge planning should begin day of admission and include needed resources/communication for a smooth transition from one setting to the next. Discharge planning should be thorough to prevent 30-day readmissions and should assure high levels of patient/family satisfaction. The RN Case Manager holds responsibilities to the patient/family and multidisciplinary teams to communicate completely and concisely in a timely manner to assure all members are fully aware of next steps regarding care transition. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities The ideal candidate will possess clinical work experience and have a RN licensure; strong understanding of Swanson’s nursing model; have direct patient care experience; have exceptional communication skills (written & verbal); enjoy working independently as well as closely with their co-workers in a supportive team environment; outstanding computer skills (to include Microsoft Office); above average customer service skills; and active listening skills. Additionally, candidate should be able to advocate for the patient and healthcare organization to create healthcare continuity and quality clinical outcomes. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience A minimum of three years of experience providing patient care as a BSN, RN. Deadline to Apply 01/26/2025 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.


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