Registered Nurse, Care Coordinator - Behavioral Health (PFK)
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5,000 Net Sign-on Bonus
40 hours per week, Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm
Salaried Nursing Position. Full-time Benefits.
Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance is required. Must pass a motor vehicle background inspection and maintain insurance guidelines.
Ensures the provision of quality patient care in the appropriate setting through care coordination, case management, utilization management of inpatient admissions, and transitions of care to different levels of care. Collaborates with the attending practitioner, the family and other members of the health care team, coordinates individualized plans of care, and communicates the plan to appropriate stakeholders. Facilitates continuity of care by coordinating transition to post-discharge care.
Essential Functions
Screens and identifies patients.
Assesses patient/family strengths and needs. Develops a family-centered plan of care.
Facilitates communication and collaboration amongst the health care team. Provides monitoring and follow-up across the continuum of care.
Develops patients’ self-management skills through education and resource provision.
Manages transitions between settings, caregivers and providers.
Maintains knowledge of current concepts, researches needs and research strategies related to care coordination including case management, utilization review and discharge planning.
Assists in educating others regarding the role of care coordination/case management.
Participates in ongoing education related to information technology requirements for the department.
Education Requirement
BSN, required.
Licensure Requirement
Current licensure as a registered nurse in the state of Ohio is required.
Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance as required. Must pass background inspection and maintain insurance guidelines.
Certifications
Pediatric certification, Advanced-Continuity of Care Certification (A-CCC), or other Case Management certification desirable.
Skills
Ability to communicate with health care professionals, by demonstrating diplomacy, tact and a professional demeanor.
Working knowledge of CMS and other review agency standards.
Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate and delegate tasks.
Ability to relate to diverse age and demographic backgrounds.
Computer literate. Working knowledge of MS Office.
Professionally appropriate analytical and organizational skills required.
Experience
Two years of nursing experience, required.
At least one year in pediatric nursing highly preferred.
Nursing experience may include inpatient nursing, case management, utilization review, discharge planning, community health nursing.