Registered Nurse - Case Manager

It is more than a career, it is a calling for SSM Health. 3440 DePaul Drive, St. Louis. Worker Type: Regular Job Summary Assesses, develops, plans, implements, and evaluates patients’ discharge planning needs to the next level of care in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. Job Responsibilities and Requirements Ensures compliance with Condition of Participation (CoP) discharge planning. Identifies and escalates gaps/barriers related to inpatient and observation length of stay. Assesses patients at high risk for readmission. Identifies root cause for readmission. Develops plan and collaborates with multidisciplinary team regarding discharge planning to the next level of care. Participates with other team members regarding opportunities for improvement in standard work. May also be responsible for: utilization management process, ED case management process, admission process, and acting as a case manager liaison with post‑acute providers (skilled nursing facilities, rehab, home health, etc.). Applies the existing body of evidence‑based practice and scientific knowledge in health care to nursing practice, ensuring nursing care is delivered based on patient’s age‑specific needs and clinical needs as described in the department’s Scope of Service. Demonstrates the professional nursing standards defined in the professional practice model and uses the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses to guide responses to current and evolving patient needs. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned. Education Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing. Experience Three years of acute care experience. Physical Requirements Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0–25 lbs. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors. Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Frequent keyboard use/data entry. Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting and gripping. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25–50 lbs. Rare climbing. Licensing and Certification Registered Nurse (RN) issued by Compact State or Missouri Division of Professional Registration. Benefits SSM Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid parental leave, voluntary benefits such as DailyPay for instant pay access, and upfront tuition coverage through the FlexPath Funded program. Equal Employment Opportunity SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr