RN Case Manager (Patient Care Coordinator) - Hamilton, NJ Req #: 0000157940
Category: Nurse Case Manager
Status: Per Diem
Shift: Day
Facility: RWJ Hamilton
Department: Case Management
Location: RWJUH Hamilton Hospital, One Hamilton Health Place, Hamilton, NJ 08619

Job Overview:

The RN Case manager will be responsible for all aspects of Case Management for Inpatients to determine appropriateness of continued stay, care planning, utilization management and discharge planning.

Required:

BSN required3-5 Years of Nursing experience2 years mininum Case Management Experience requiredComputer literate, working knowledge of Microsoft applications ex. Word ,Excel

Preferred:

Utilization review and discharge planning experienceCase Management certification

Certifications and Licenses Required:

Current license as a registered Nurse in the State of NJ

Essential Functions:

Coordinates quality healthcare services to meet a patient s specific healthcare needs as a result of gathering relevant and comprehensive information by interviewing the patient/family, the primary care physician and the interdisciplinary care team to promote positive clinical and financial outcomes.Performs the primary role functions of assessment, planning, facilitation and advocacy, which are achieved through collaboration with the patient and those involved in the patient s care.Assures that appropriate services are generated in a timely and cost-effective manner by assisting the patient, whenever possible, to appropriately self-direct care, self-advocate, and make informed healthcare decisions to the highest degree possible.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Information:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Paid Time Off Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Plans Short & Long Term Disability Life & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary Benefits e.g., Pet Insurance Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer