Department: 34601 Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center - Nursing: Admission Discharge Transition Unit
Status: Full time
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Hours Per Week: 40
Schedule Details/Additional Information: Weekdays
The Case Manager, under the direction of the Director of Coordinated Care, utilizes the nursing process to develop, implement, and evaluate case management outcomes for defined patient populations. This individual supports the mission, vision, and values of Floyd Medical Center and contributes to the accomplishment of the purpose and objectives of the medical center. The Case Manager facilitates optimal outcomes for all parties involved through advocacy, objectivity, and liaison/collaboration with an emphasis on continuity of care, effective communication, and coordination of appropriate healthcare services.
The Case Manager utilizes a variety of skills to educate, consult, and assist in the management of an identified patient population in order to achieve the highest quality and best possible outcomes for the patient in a cost-effective manner. He/she collaborates with a patient care team that includes, but is not limited to, physicians, nurses, assistive staff, rehabilitative therapies, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, dietetics, psychosocial support disciplines, infection control, fiscal services, performance improvement, and any other disciplines involved in patient care.
The Case Manager applies a scientific approach in analyzing patient care, identifying opportunities for improvement of patient outcomes, quality of life, and cost reduction based on current research findings. The individual collaborates daily (Monday-Friday) with the case management team to facilitate timely achievement of patient outcomes. When off-campus, the Case Manager is reachable by pager, digital phone, and email.
Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited School of Registered Professional Nurses; BSN preferred, MSN encouraged
Minimum of five years of experience in caring for the specified patient population
Participation in case management and utilization review encouraged
Current RN license in Georgia or Alabama, depending on job location
Case Management certification encouraged
Pay Range: $37.50 - $56.25
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers comprehensive benefits including competitive salary, retirement plans, career development programs, and more. Benefits include paid time off, health insurance, flexible spending accounts, family benefits, retirement plans with employer match, and educational assistance.
About Advocate Health:
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the U.S., formed from the merger of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. It operates in multiple states, providing innovative clinical care, research, and community benefits. Headquartered in Charlotte, NC, it employs 155,000 teammates across numerous hospitals and care locations, with a focus on equitable, high-quality care.