Case Manager II- FT Days at KINDRED REHAB GROUP MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC

Dover, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Aug, 26

Salary

50.3

Posted On

03 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Case management, Utilization review, Discharge planning, Care coordination, Patient advocacy, Interdisciplinary collaboration, Critical thinking, Time management, Microsoft Office, Clinical assessment, Care planning, Reimbursement knowledge, Medicare regulations, Communication, Interpersonal skills

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Kindred Hospital New Jersey – Morris County is a 45-bed long-term acute care hospital offering the same in depth care you would receive in a traditional hospital, but for an extended recovery period. We partner with your physician and offer 24-hour clinical care seven days a week so you can start your journey to wellness. We are located in the city community, close to Hurd and Hedden Parks. Job Summary Coordinates and facilitates the care of the patient population through effective collaboration and communication with the Interdisciplinary Care Transitions (ICT) team members. Follows patients throughout the continuum of care and ensures optimum utilization of resources, service delivery and compliance with external review agencies. Provides ongoing support and expertise through comprehensive assessment, care planning, plan implementation and overall evaluation of individual patient needs. Enhances the quality of patient management and satisfaction, to promote continuity of care and cost effectiveness through the integration of functions of case management, utilization review and management, and discharge planning. Essential Functions Care Coordination Coordinates clinical and/or psycho-social activities with the Interdisciplinary Team and Physicians. Monitors all areas of patients’ stay for effective care coordination and efficient care facilitation. Remains current from a knowledge base perspective regarding reimbursement modalities, community resources, case management, psychosocial and legal issues that affect patients and providers of care. Appropriately refers high risk patients who would benefit from additional support. Serves as a patient advocate. Enhances a collaborative relationship to maximize the patient’s and family’s ability to make informed decisions. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served. Participates in interdisciplinary patient care rounds and/or conferences to review treatment goals, optimize resource utilization, provide family education and identified post hospital needs. Collaborates with clinical staff in the development and execution of the plan of care, and achievement of goals. Coordinates with interdisciplinary care team, physicians, patients, families, post-acute providers, payors, and others in the planning of the patients’ care throughout the care continuum. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Knowledge of government and non-government payor practices, regulations, standards and reimbursement. Knowledge of Medicare benefits and insurance processes and contracts. Knowledge of accreditation standards and compliance requirements. Ability to demonstrate critical thinking, appropriate prioritization and time management skills. Basic computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office, word-processing and spreadsheet software. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written skills in order to communicate effectively and to obtain cooperation/collaboration from hospital leadership, as well as physicians, payors and other external customers Demonstrates good interpersonal skills when working or interacting with patients, their families and other staff members. Approximate percent of time required to travel, 0%25 Must read, write and speak fluent English. Must have good and regular attendance. Performs other related duties as assigned. Pay Range: $35.22-$50.30/hr. ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness. Education Graduate of an accredited program required for RN. BSN preferred; or MSW/BSW with licensure as required by state regulations Licenses/Certification Healthcare professional licensure required as Registered Nurse, or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Social Worker (LSW) if required by state regulations. Certification in Case Management a plus. Experience Two years of experience in a healthcare setting preferred. Prefer prior experience in case management, utilization review, or discharge planning.

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Responsibilities

Coordinates and facilitates patient care through collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to ensure effective resource utilization and continuity of care. Provides comprehensive assessment, care planning, and discharge planning to promote patient satisfaction and cost-effective outcomes.