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PRN | Daylight Your experience matters Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Case Manager (CM), 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. How you'll contribute A Case Manager (CM), Registered Nurse (RN) who excels in this role: Completes departmental orientation, initial and annual competencies. Assists with departmental specific performance improvement initiatives collecting and reporting data as requested by supervisor.
As appropriate, consults other departmental staff to collaborate in patient care delivery, identify barriers to care and or discharge and develop solutions/resolution. Completes documentation per workflow timeline and content requirements including completion of the Individual Plan of Care (IPoC) per CMS guidelines. Schedules family conferences and/or communicates with caregiver following each team conference and more often as needed to keep patient and designated caregiver informed of progress and provides appropriate information related to goal achievement, course of rehabilitation stay, and plans for discharge.
Coordinates weekly patient care team conferences to facilitate development, monitoring and refinement of treatment plan to achieve identified patient goals and outcomes. Reviews the patient ’ s assigned CMG and helps the team identify any potential missed comorbid conditions that are actively being treated during the patient ’ s stay. Communicates any findings to the HIM team.
Communicates effectively with nursing, therapy and other ancillary departments to ensure proper utilization. If no Lead Case Manager, the CM participates as the facility representative for national CM Conference calls and communicates new information to the facility CMs. Assists with concurrent and retrospective utilization review activities including denials and appeals.
Works with physicians to conduct peer review with payer medical director when indicated. Ensures clinical updates are provided to all insurance payers when due and all payer communications are documented in Meditech. Coordinates discharge planning needs including but not limited to; home health services, physician follow up care, durable medical equipment, medical supplies, healthcare services, outpatient therapy, dialysis, skilled nursing care, assisted living care, hospice care, private duty care, etc.
Responsible for coordinating all patient care needs prior to discharge ensuring a safe thorough discharge plan. Ensures patient choice is offered and documented as per CMS’ Conditions of Participation for Discharge Planning. Identifies trends that impact the quality, cost effectiveness, patient experience and delivery of care services and brings to departmental leadership meetings for discussion and action.
Performs intake assessment on patient within 24 to 72 hours of admission, preferably within 48 hours. Performs follow-up assessments per Case Management Plan and/or hospital policy. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.
us We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: Comprehensive
Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees. Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off. Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs). Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. What we're looking for Applicants must hold a current professional license as a Registered Nurse (RN), Social Worker, Respiratory Therapist, Physical Therapist, Speech-Language Pathologist, or Occupational Therapist.
EEOC Statement " Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."
Part time · Day shift · 22 hours per week