RN Case Manager Full Time, Careers At Lake Charles Memorial Health System

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RN Case Manager (Full Time)

Department:	Clinical Case Management
Location:	Lake Charles, LA

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

The Clinical Case Management RN Case Manager assesses the physical, functional, social, psychological, environment and financial needs of clients/patients; identify a cost -effective comprehensive plan to meet the families' service needs, and implement the plan.

SUPERVISION: Reports directly to Director of Clinical Case Management

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Provide referrals to appropriate community resources.
Facilitate access and communication when multiple services are involved.
Monitor activities to ensure that services are actually delivered and meet the needs of clients.
Coordinate services to avoid duplication.
Assess the clients' formal and informal support systems.
Monitor clients progress toward goal achievement and periodically reassess changes in health status.
Monitor the care plan to ensure the effectiveness and appropriateness of services.
Act as patient advocate; identify and develop new community resources; assist with problem solving.
Communicate clinical information to payers to authorize days for billing.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Graduate of an approved School of Nursing, BSN preferred, Case Management certification preferred.
Minimum of three years med/surg experience in an acute care hospital.
Computer skills at data entry level.
Current Louisiana RN License or Compact State License and CPR certified.
Knowledge of community resources and programs.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

Work requires a variety of physical activities, including moving about within and outside of all hospital properties for long periods of time.
Must be able to respond quickly and effectively to emergency and non-emergent situations.
May be required to assist in controlling disorderly conduct or combative patients.
Must be able to exchange accurate information with patient, family, peers and medical personnel.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

�Experience Memorial� is more than a slogan, it�s the care we provide our patients and it�s the commitment to our community and our team members. As a nationally certified Great Place to Work, at Lake Charles Memorial Health System you will have the opportunity to be a part of an organizational culture that supports not only exceptional patient care but also the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Join us and be a part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your success is celebrated.

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