Acute Care, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Advanced Life Support (ALS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Behavioral Health, Cardiovascular, Case Management, Certified Case Manager (CCM), Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Decision Support, Discharge Plans, Establish Priorities, Health Plan, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, Home Care, Hospital, Hospital Administration, Maintain Compliance, Medical Conditions, Medical Office Administration, Nursing, Organizational Skills, Patient Admissions, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Education, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Registered Nurse (RN), Regulatory Compliance, Resource Utilization, Training/Teaching, Utilization Management
Your experience matters: Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center
At Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Registered Nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
Department/Unit Summary:
A Registered Nurse (RN) case management coordinates comprehensive care for patients, ensuring efficient and effective treatment throughout their hospital stay and facilitating a smooth transition upon discharge. By collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, they develop individualized care plans that address both medical and psychosocial needs. PRN Position
Key Responsibilities:
- Patient Assessment: Evaluate patients' medical conditions, support systems, and financial resources to determine appropriate care plans
- Care Coordination: Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and nursing staff to ensure patients receive necessary treatments and interventions.
- Discharge Planning: Develop and implement discharge plans, arranging for follow-up care, home health services, or rehabilitation as needed.
- Utilization Review: Monitor the appropriateness of hospital admissions and continued stays, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and optimizing resource utilization.
- Patient Advocacy and Education: Advocate for patients' needs, provide education on treatment options, and support informed decision-making.
Qualifications and Requirements:
Education: Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) Required in lieu of copy of Associate's Degree, current RN licensure will be accepted.; Bachelor's Degree Nursing (BSN) Preferred
- Licenses: Current RN to practice/work in the state of Arkansas
- Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS); Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 1 year of hire; Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 1 year of hire; PALS is not required on RNs assigned to the PAIN Clinic. While not always required, obtaining certification such as the Accredited Case Manager ACM credential can demonstrate specialized knowledge in hospital case management.
- Clinical Expertise: Strong foundation in nursing practices and patient care.
- Case Management Experience: inpatient criteria set, hospital case management, MCG or Interqual experience preferred
- Communication Skills: Effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Organizational Skills: Efficient management of multiple patients and coordination of diverse care aspects.
How you'll contribute:
You'll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.
What we offer:
Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
- Shift differential
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts
- Competitive paid time off
- Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
- Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness
- Professional development and growth opportunities
About our Health System
Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center is a 170 bed hospital located in Hot Springs, Arkansas, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone\u2014your experience matters.
EEOC Statement
Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."