Case Manager, RN

Case Manager, RN, Full‑Time – Erlanger Medical Center

Location:

Erlanger Baroness Hospital, Chattanooga, TN.

A registered professional nurse employed by Erlanger Medical Center is responsible for assisting patients, families, physicians, and staff in managing the present health‑care plan.

Interacts with interdisciplinary staff to complete the continuum of care. Participates in gathering and reporting data for JCAHO/DNV Core Measures. Manages timely and appropriate use of resources through ongoing review of hospital services. Assists patients, families, physicians, and staff in managing the present health‑care plan. Arranges suitable aftercare to realize efficient use of hospital resources and meet patient continuing‑care needs. Collaboratively assesses, plans, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates patient treatment plans to assist in quality outcomes.

Maintains adherence to departmental standards and takes responsibility for department and organization objectives.

• Required – Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing;
  Case Management certification with the ACMA within 2 years of hire.
• Preferred – BSN;
  Case Management certification with ACM or CCM certification.

• Required – Broad clinical experience with a minimum of one year and evidence of clinical knowledge.
• Preferred – Experience in utilization management or case management; knowledge of managed care practices and familiarity with community resources, regulatory and insurance reimbursement issues.

• Required – Current licensure to practice nursing in the State of Tennessee. Tennessee nursing license must be obtained or renewed within three months of hire for non‑Tennessee residents.
• Preferred – N/A.

Full‑time, Regular hours.

Entry level.

Erlanger is an equal‑opportunity employer and encourages diversity.