Job Summary
The Case Manager is responsible for overseeing patient admissions, conducting utilization reviews, and orchestrating discharge planning to guarantee high-quality care while optimizing the use of resources. This role requires effective collaboration within a multidisciplinary team and fosters consistent communication with patients, their families, and hospital personnel.
Responsibilities
- Monitor patient admissions and manage the utilization review process.
- Coordinate discharge plans to ensure smooth transitions in care.
- Facilitate meetings with multidisciplinary teams to discuss patient care.
- Maintain continuous communication with patients and their families about care plans and resources.
- Collaborate with hospital staff to enhance overall patient outcomes and resource utilization.
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse licensed in the state of Florida.
- Associate degree in healthcare or a related area.
- A minimum of five years of nursing experience in an acute hospital setting or three to five years of experience specifically in acute hospital case management.
Lake Butler Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
