RN - Care Coordinator

Care CoordinatorAt St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.Job Description and Position RequirementsScheduled Weekly Hours: 32Day shift, 4 days per week, 2 weekend shifts per 6-week scheduleJob Summary: Care Coordination is a collaborative process in which the Care Coordinator assesses, plans, implements, coordinates, and evaluates options and services to meet an individual's health needs. The Care Coordinator facilitates progression of care and monitors the patient's progress to ensure that the plan of care and services provided are patient focused, high quality, evidence based, appropriate to patient needs, efficient, and cost effective. Care Coordination improves access to services to improve outcomes and reduce over-utilization of resources.Minimum Qualifications:Graduate of accredited school of Nursing, Baccalaureate degree preferred.Current RN licensure by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing3-5 years of hospital adult acute care nursing experience preferred.Current BLS certification through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: American Heart Association and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.CCM, CMAC, or ACM preferred.Ability to demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills and possess emotional and professional maturity.Basic understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, and Managed Care regulations.Organized and efficient in establishing priorities and performing tasks within specific timeframes.Self-motivated requiring minimal supervision. Views problems as a challenge and investigates alternatives which demand creativity, flexibility, and the ability to work under stress.Responsible for maintaining strict confidentiality of all verbal and written information and documents.Familiarity with and appropriate use of community resources.Physical Demands:Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 10 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise. Physical Effort required: Constant (67%-100%) - talking, hearing, seeing Frequently (34%-66%) - NONE Occasionally (1%-33%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, handling/feelingEach St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.Equal Opportunity EmployerSt. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.