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RWJBarnabas Health PD Case Manager in Long Branch, New Jersey
PD Case ManagerReq #:0000153297
Category:Nurse Case Manager
Status:Per Diem
Shift:Day
Facility:Monmouth Medical Center
Department:Early Intervention Support Svs
Location:
Monmouth Medical Center, 300 Second Avenue, Long Branch, NJ 07740
RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated Per Diem Case Manager for the Early Intervention Support Department, at Monmouth Medical Center.
Monmouth Medical Center (MMC) is one of New Jersey's largest community teaching hospitals, where physicians and employees work as a team dedicated to academic and clinical excellence and comprehensive, compassionate patient care. As part of RWJ Barnabas Health, Monmouth Medical Center is a leader in designing unparalleled new ways for delivering health care.
For over 130 years, Monmouth Medical Center has been the leader in central New Jersey in providing the best in health care and the latest in medical technology to nearly 1 million residents that comprise its primary service area of Monmouth County, and portions of Ocean and Middlesex counties. Monmouth Medical Center is recognized as a Top Teaching Hospital by The Leapfrog Group, which is widely acknowledged and underscores the highest commitment to patient safety and quality. MMC is the only hospital in Monmouth and Ocean counties to receive an A Hospital Safety Score by The Leapfrog Group, the nation s leading experts on patient safety, for six consecutive rating periods. We continue to lead the system in HCAHPS scores, and are looked to as a model for best practice in patient satisfaction.
Qualifications:
Required:
Current Registered Nurse with a baccalaureate degree from an accredited school or university, or equivalent RN degree with commensurate clinical experience
Minimum of 2-3 years experience in a hospital setting with a minimum of one year experience in Case Management/Utilization Management or Home Care.
Successful completion of all Orientation Programs.
Certifications and Licenses Required:
BLS certification
Active New Jersey Registered Nurse License
Scheduling Requirements:
- Day shift, Per Diem
Essential Functions:
Case Manager will be part of the Early Intervention Support Services team which is a grant funded crisis diversion program,
Case Manager are primarily responsible for referring clients for appropriate ongoing mental health and community services
The Case Manager can facilitate groups, provide additional support to clients individually and assist client with transportation to and from appointments as needed
Positive relationship building, effective written/verbal communications; negotiation; knowledge of contractual or risk arrangements; and ability to effect change, perform ongoing evaluation and critical analysis, plan and organize effectively and promote client/family autonomy
Conducts admission and continued stay review on patients, in accordance with the PPO and/or HMO contracts, InterQual and other classifications as designated by the Utilization/Case Management Review Plan.
Identifies trends and patterns of resource use and patient care, and makes recommendations in compliance with established policy and procedure.
Ensures continuity of care for patients with post-hospital health care needs and maximizes the patient s and family s abilities to meet the continuing care needs within their social and financial framework.
Understands and applies the principles of growth and development to assess a patient s age specific needs to ensure appropriate treatment and care.
Is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors.
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Equal Opportunity Employer
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer