Diploma, ASN or BSN (preferred), Ability to obtain BSN within 4 years
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the commonwealth of Massachusetts required
Certified Case manager (CCM) or related certification preferred
BLS (Basic Life Support)
A minimum of 3-5 years recent clinical experience required.
A minimum of 1-3 years recent acute inpatient Care Management experience required.
Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of utilization review, discharge planning, managed care, and community resources
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Extensive background and knowledge of current medical/surgical patterns of practice.
Medical terminology and standard medical abbreviations.
Managed care concepts, the various health care delivery systems
Methods for assessing an individual are level of physical/mental impairment, understanding of the physical and psychological characteristics of illness, and understanding of expected treatment.
Confidentiality issues and the legal and ethical issues pertaining to them.
ICD-9 and CPT nomenclature and the ability to interpret and convert this information, as applicable.
Knowledge of benefits and various plan contracts, eligibility issues and requirements.
Role and functional responsibilities of case management professional; case management program philosophy and purpose within Managed Care Program
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication and negotiations skills
Strong analytical, data management and PC skills
Compensation Range:
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceFlexible schedule
Additional Information
Utilizing a collaborative process, the care manager will assess, plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate the options and services required to meet an individual's health needs, using communication and available resources to promote quality, cost-effective outcomes. The care manager helps identify appropriate providers and facilities throughout the continuum of services while ensuring that available resources are being used in a timely and cost-effective manner in order to obtain optimum value for both the patient and the reimbursement source. This care manager is dedicated to handle the increased volume and to support the overall care management process and the department.
Position: RN Case Manager
Schedule: 40 Hours (Days / 5x 8Hour Shifts / Every 3rd Weekend)
Bmc · Brighton, MA