Case Management Specialist - Discharge Planning Nursing Hours: 7a-7:30p Days - Full-time Paygrade/Wages/Salary Info: 20H -
Job Summary Facilitates cost-effective, high quality patient transitions of care and outcomes by collaborating with staff and providing guidance, education, and support to assigned patients. # Job Responsibilities Coordinates and manages discharge planning activities. Completes a comprehensive assessment of the patient#s overall medical condition, financial status, emotional status, and support system to develop a discharge plan for post hospital care. Collaborates with patients, families, and healthcare team members, including physicians and nurses. Provides patients and families with information and education on post hospital care options and available resources. Facilitates patient referrals to external healthcare facilities and/or other community services Ensures all necessary paperwork and documentation are completed accurately and timely Monitors patient progress and modifies the discharge plans as necessary Communicates with Manager, Director, and/or Physician Advisor on complex discharge planning issues and delays in service. Trains new employees, students, or interns as needed. Qualifications Bachelor#s degree or higher in Nursing required upon hire A minimum of 1 year relevant experience preferred RN - Licensed as a Registered Nurse. Eligible to practice nursing in the State of Kentucky required upon hire Skills and Attributes Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment. Works under minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Physical Demands Standing: Occasionally Walking: Occasionally Sitting: Frequently Lifting 0-25 lbs: Rarely Lifting 25-75 lbs: Never Lifting over 75 lbs: Never Carrying 0-25 lbs: Rarely Carrying 25-75 lbs: Never Carrying over 75 lbs: Never Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Rarely Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Never Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Never Climbing: Rarely Bending/Stooping: Rarely Kneeling: Rarely Crouching/Crawling: Rarely Reaching: Occasionally Talking: Frequently Hearing: Frequently Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Never Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently Running: Never Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently Owensboro Health Core Commitments INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers. RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community. TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future. INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health. SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do. EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.