RN Case Manager/Utilization Review
Prime Healthcare
Overview
At St. Joseph Medical Center, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, St. Joseph Medical Center is actively seeking new members to join its award-winning team!
Founded in 1874 by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, St. Joseph Medical Center has a long tradition of providing high-quality, compassionate care. Its Catholic heritage and the spirit of our founding Sisters continue today in our mission of caring for the community. The Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph is the Catholic Sponsor for St. Joseph Medical Center, under the leadership of his Excellency Bishop James V. Johnston, Jr.
St. Joseph Medical Center has received numerous awards for its quality and clinical excellence. We believe that continuous quality of care and performance improvements are the foundation for preserving and enhancing healthcare delivery. For information, visitwww.stjosephkc.com.
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Responsibilities
Coordinates and reviews all medical records, as assigned to caseload. Actively participates in Case Management and Treatment Team meetings. . Responsible for reviewing patient charts in order to assess whether the criteria for admission and continuation of treatment is being met. Work with both open and closed accounts for multiple levels of Utilization Review and Case Management reporting. Able to work independently and use sound judgment. Knowledge of Federal, State, and intermediary guidelines related to inpatient, acute care hospitalization, as well as lower levels of care for the continuity of treatment. Coordinates discharge referrals as requested by clinical staff, fiscal intermediary, patients, and families.
Work with all patients admitted to the facility from the point of their admission and across the continuum of the health care management. Works on behalf of the advocate, promoting cost containment and demonstrates leadership to integrate the health care providers to achieve a perceived seamless delivery of care.
Qualifications
Education and Work Experience
+ Minimum 5 years work experience post-graduation of an accredited school of nursing and a current Missouri Registered Nurse license.
+ Five years acute care nursing experience preferred. At least one year experience in case management, discharge planning or nursing management, preferred.
+ Utilization Review experience is highly preferred.
+ Current BCLS (AHA) certificate, preferred.
+ Knowledge of Milliman Criteria and InterQual Criteria preferred.
+ Experience and knowledge in basic to intermediate computer skills.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent critical thinking skills.
+ Behavioral Violence Prevention Training within 3 months of hires and maintain current.
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FacilitySt. Joseph Medical Center
LocationUS-MO-Kansas City
ID2025-194396
CategoryRN
Position TypePart Time < 60
ShiftDays
Job TypeNon-Exempt
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