Case Management - Case Manager, RN Full-Time

Description

Case Manager – Short Term Rehab  

Join our dedicated team at a critical access hospital specializing in short-term rehabilitation services. We are committed to providing exceptional patient care and seamless coordination across healthcare facilities. As a Case Manager, you will play a vital role in ensuring smooth patient transitions, from admission through discharge, while collaborating with external case managers and healthcare providers to deliver comprehensive rehabilitation services.  

Key Responsibilities  

- Collaborate with case managers from other facilities to coordinate patient admissions for short-term rehabilitation.  

- Facilitate the admission process, ensuring all necessary documentation and assessments are completed accurately and efficiently.  

- Oversee patient care during their stay, coordinating with medical, nursing, and therapy teams to meet individual needs.  

- Develop and implement personalized discharge plans in collaboration with patients, families, and healthcare providers.  

- Coordinate with home health agencies and community resources to ensure continuity of care post-discharge.  

- Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as needed to optimize recovery outcomes.  

- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions, care plans, and discharge summaries.  

- Serve as a liaison between the hospital, patients, families, and external healthcare providers to promote effective communication.  

Skills and Qualifications  

- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Social Work, Healthcare Administration, or related field; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree.  

- Prior experience in case management, rehabilitation, or hospital settings preferred.  

- Strong knowledge of healthcare coordination, discharge planning, and community resources.  

- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.  

- Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and external partners.  

- Compassionate, patient-centered approach with strong problem-solving skills.  

- Knowledge of healthcare regulations, documentation standards, and privacy laws.  

We foster a supportive and growth-oriented environment where your expertise can make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives. Join us in delivering compassionate, coordinated care that helps patients achieve their recovery goals.

Requirements

Education: Associates degree in healthcare or related field required. Bachelor’s Degree in nursing preferred. Must be a Registered Nurse in the state of Florida.

Experience: Minimum of five (5) years acute hospital nursing experience or three (3) to five (5) years acute hospital Case Management experience.

Skills: Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Knowledge: Knowledge of criteria for Medicare, Medicaid, HMO, and private insurance coverage. Knowledge of the continuum of care and utilization process.

Abilities: Ability to work independently, be attentive to detail, maintain a positive attitude, maintain confidentiality, complete work assignments timely, communicate effectively, be proactive, handle difficult situations in a professional manner and be able to document Case Management plans in a clear and concise manner. Ability to operate a computer and associated peripheral equipment.

Lake Butler, Union County, Alachua, High Springs, Alachua, Alachua County, Lake City, Columbia County, Macclenny, Glen Saint Mary, Baker County, Middleburg, Keystone, Clay County, Starke, Bradford County

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