Job Summary
As a member of the healthcare team, the RN care manager:
- Ensures that care provided by the healthcare team is given in an efficient and cost-effective manner while promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Assists the physician and healthcare team in promoting cost-effective utilization of healthcare resources.
- Ensures that the patient is admitted to the appropriate level of care and that care is provided in a timely manner utilizing standardized criteria and ensuring that federal and state regulations are followed.
- Collaborates with the patient, caregiver and healthcare team to assess the discharge needs of the patient and formulates/facilitates a safe and appropriate discharge plan.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Graduate of professional accredited nursing school required.
BSN preferred.
Experience
3-5 years acute care or community nursing experience required.
Licensure and/or Certification
Current license as a registered nurse in Massachusetts required.
CCM preferred.
Skills
• Communication skills
• Assessment skills
• Critical thinking skill
• Organizational skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Work Independently
• Computer skills required
• Ability to prioritize
• Ability to maintain confidential information
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English
• Establish effective relationships with wide variety of health care providers.
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