Clinical Care Coordinator (RN) Case Management Full Time DayReq #:0000162365

Category:Nurse Case Manager

Status:Full-Time

Shift:Day

Facility:Jersey City Medical Center

Department:Case Management

Location:

Jersey City Medical Center, 355 Grand Street, Jersey CIty, NJ 07302

Job Overview:

Since 1882, Jersey City Medical Center has provided Hudson County with advanced, state-of-the-art medical treatment across various disciplines. Jersey City Medical Center, among many accolades, has earned 14 "A" national safety ratings from the Leapfrog Group since the program's inception in 2012, was awarded Magnet Recognition for superior nursing, was named Best Regional Hospital by US News and World Report and ranked among the 100 best places to work in healthcare (nationally). Jersey City Medical Center is also ideally located in the vibrant Jersey City waterfront community overlooking the harbor, just 10 minutes from New York City, with a grand view of the Statue of Liberty.

Qualifications:

Required:

• ADN

• Current RN License in NJ

• Minimum of 2 - 3 years experience in a hospital setting

• Minimum of one year experience in Case Management, Utilization Management or Home Care

• Successful completion of all Orientation Programs

• Strong communication and organizational skills

• Proficient computer Skills

• Strong critical thinking and assessment skills

• Knowledge of system applications and EMR

Preferred:

• BSN degree from an accredited school or university.

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Active NJ RN license or compact RN license with NJ endorsement

• BLS from the American Heart Association

• Certification as required by law, stature, and or regulation of area or specialization

Scheduling Requirements:

• Day Shift, 40 hours a week

• Monday Friday, every other weekend, and holiday rotation - if applicable

• Full Time

Essential Functions:

Coordinates quality healthcare services to meet a patient s specific healthcare needs as a result of gathering relevant and comprehensive information by interviewing the patient/family, the primary care physician and the interdisciplinary care team to promote positive clinical and financial outcomes. Performs the primary role functions of assessment, planning, facilitation and advocacy, which are achieved through collaboration with the patient and those involved in the patient s care. Assures that appropriate services are generated in a timely and cost-effective manner by assisting the patient, whenever possible to appropriately self-direct care, self-advocate, and make informed healthcare decisions to the highest degree possible. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 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.

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Other Duties:

Must be able to scrub and circulate in the following services: vascular, endovascular, neurovascular, neuro/spine, robotics, thoracic, trauma, and general.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

• Dental and Vision Insurance

• Retirement Plans

• Short- & Long-Term Disability

• Life & Accidental Death Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Wellness Programs

• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

$70,000 to $124,000 Max Salary

Let's shape the future of healthcare together. Our competitive base rates offered will be dependent upon your relevant experience, education and skills. In addition to base salary, we offer excellent benefits, creating a competitive total rewards package to include health and welfare benefits, tuition reimbursement, retirement benefits, employee assistance programs, and many opportunities for professional and personal growth.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier healthcare destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine compassionately and equitably while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every team member. 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 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