Registered Nurse Case Manager
Hourly Pay Range: $38.16 - $59.15 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.
Position Highlights
- Position: Registered Nurse Case Manager
- Location: Elmhurst Hospital
- Full Time: 36 hours per week
- Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm - will work 5 days one week and 4 days the other week per pay period - rotating weekends and holidays required
- Travel: May travel to Edward Hospital (Naperville, IL) for coverage as needed
What You Will Do
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served.
- Performs case management duties toward targeted patient care, and appropriate resource utilization goals and targets.
- Identifies patient and family needs as it relates to continuity and efficiency of care.
- Works in collaboration with the physician to assess patient needs, develop a plan of care and facilitate implementation of the care plan.
- In conjunction with other members of the health care team, coordinates care for patients with complex needs and facilitates discharge planning.
- Serves as a clinical expert/resource to staff with respect to resource utilization and patient care.
- Participates in the design and implementation of pathways and other clinical improvement activities.
- Mentors staff and provides informal staff education and role modeling.
- Enhances patient satisfaction facilitating interaction and communication among members of the health care team and problem solving with staff and physicians.
- Maintains clinical expertise through participation in their professional organization, ongoing education and up to date with current literature.
What You Will Need
Required Education and/or Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or Bachelor's Degree in health care related field with case management experience
- A minimum of one year of previous case management and/or clinical specialist experience
Required License and/or Certification:
- Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure
- Current CPR certification issued by either American Heart Association or Red Cross
Preferred License and/or Certification:
- Certification in case management
Summary
Provides case management for patients in the acute care setting. In collaboration with the physician and other health care team members, the RN Case Manager coordinates the patient's care to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Benefits
- Premium pay for eligible employees
- Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
- Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free Parking
- Wellness Program Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account Options
- Retirement Options with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- Community Involvement Opportunities