Job Description

Reports to and is under direct supervision of Case Management Department. Provides ongoing support and expertise through comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation and overall evaluation of individual patient needs. Promotes continuity of care and cost effectiveness through the integrating and functions of case management.

Coordinates discharge planning to assure that the patient progresses through the continuum of care and is discharged to the least restrictive environment.

Coordinate the hospital activities concerned with case management and discharge planning.

Ensure compliance with quality patient care and regulatory compliance.

Required:

Minimum of two (2) years utilization review/case management experience or social work experience.

Preferred:

Associate degree in healthcare related filed.

Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Licensed professional nurse may be considered.

Bachelors or Masters Degree in related healthcare field (such as respiratory therapy or social work) may be considered.

Required:

Maintain current professional licensure in nursing or professional filed of certification.

Preferred:

Appropriate certification in the case management preferred (e.g. Commission for Case Management Certification (CCMC) or Association of Rehabilitation Nurses).

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