RN Registered Nurse

Care ManagerKettering Health Miamisburg l Miamisburg l PRN l DaysResponsibilities & RequirementsThe Care Manager also identifies and assesses patients and families with possible social, psychological and/or environmental needs related to the impact of utilization patterns of care. The Care Manager is also responsible for developing plans for intervention addressing agreed upon priorities, synchronizing supportive services and assisting patients/families in improving or restoring their capacity for social functioning. The patient and family-centric approach to care will be central in the universal care plan development and communication across the care settings. The care manager will be instrumental in identification of patient- driven goals.Specific roles within the Acute Care Setting would include, but are not limited to:Pro-active discharge planningReview of readmission risk assessment tool, barrier assessment and alleviationFacilitation of interdisciplinary huddles and collaboration throughout the work-day1:1 patient and family interviews on moderate and high risk patientsEvaluation of readmission factors contributing toward inappropriate utilization of servicesCollaboration with physicians, nursing, and ancillary services in development of safe, next-phase planningCommunication on Care Planning in written and/or verbal format to next level of careFacilitate partnership with members across the continuum for aligned outcomesEvaluation of high risk diagnosis for utilization patterns and appropriate careIdentification of care gaps in disease statesCreate customized plan for our moderate and high risk patients as they transition from hospital to next level of carePatient and family interaction on regular intervals with specific patient-centric goal settingUtilization of motivational interviewing techniques to assist patients toward healthier lifestyle choicesFacilitate partnership with members across the continuum for aligned outcomesTo facilitate optimal care delivery, varied work hours may be required including weekend and holiday shift rotations. Primary documentation occurs in EPIC however interfacing with other information systems occurs to facilitate discharge planning, communication, patient/family education and evidence-based care.The Care Manager nurse follows all Excellence for Life principals and standards of behaviors.Preferred QualificationsRegistered Nurse with a current license to practice in OhioCharge Nurse, Nurse Manager, Case Manager, Care Coordinator, Care Manager experience preferredBSN from an accredited school required, Master's degree preferredOverviewKettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God's love by promoting and restoring health. Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best. With that context, safety is our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.