Care Coordination Nurse

Care Coordination NurseInspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation's largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 158 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.The posted compensation range of $39.18 - $58.28/hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.As our Care Coordination Nurse at St. Joseph's Hospital & Medical Center, you will lead comprehensive care progression and discharge planning for our diverse inpatient population (birth to adult). Leveraging your nursing expertise, you'll orchestrate the delivery of healthcare and social services, balancing patient/family needs with cost-effective resources. This role is instrumental in advocating for patients, addressing complex factors like spiritual needs and socioeconomic barriers, and ensuring seamless, equitable transitions of care.Every day you will meticulously conduct and update discharge planning assessments, facilitating multidisciplinary collaboration for timely and smooth transitions to post-acute care settings. You'll oversee implementation of discharge plans, optimize inpatient resource utilization, identify and mitigate readmission risks, and provide essential patient education and advocacy, all while adhering to hospital policies and promoting cost-effective, quality outcomes.To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate exceptional critical thinking, problem-solving, and professional communication skills. Your ability to thrive in a fast-paced, self-directed environment, prioritize effectively, and collaborate seamlessly within the Care Coordination Team is crucial. You must be dedicated to furthering the hospital's mission by enhancing the patient experience and ensuring optimal outcomes.Completes and documents a discharge planning assessment on those patients identified by the designated screening process, or upon request. Reassess the patient as appropriate and update the plan accordinglyFacilitates the development of a multidisciplinary discharge plan, engaging other relevant health team members, the patient and/or patient representative and post acute care providers in accordance with the patients clinical or psychosocial needs, choices and available resourcesOversees and evaluates the implementation of the discharge planCollaborates with the multidisciplinary team to ensure progression of care and appropriate utilization of inpatient resources using established evidence based guidelines/criteriaCollaborates with the healthcare team and post-acute service providers to ensure timely and smooth transitions to the most appropriate type and setting of post-acute services based upon patients clinical needsDignity Health now offers an Education Benefit program for benefit-eligible employees after 180 days. This program provides debt relief and student loan assistance to help you achieve your goals. Full-time employees can receive up to $18,000 over five years, while part-time employees can receive up to $9,000.Job RequirementsTwo (2) years of acute hospital clinical experience or a Masters degree in Case Management or Nursing field in lieu of one (1) year experienceGraduate of an accredited school of nursingRegistered Nurse: AZ or Compact licenseAmerican Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS), within 90 daysKnowledge of managed care and payer environmentMust have critical thinking and problem-solving skillsCollaborate effectively with multiple stakeholdersUnderstand how utilization management and case management programs integrateAbility to work as a team player and assist other members of the team where neededKnowledge of CMS standards and requirementsPreferredBachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) or related healthcare fieldAt least five (5) years of nursing experienceCertified Case Manager (CCM) or Accredited Case Manager (ACM-RN)Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago. We're more than a hospital; we're a global destination for life-changing care, embracing patients with humankindness.Here, your calling will flourish. We're not just a workplace; we're a community dedicated to a mission of service.Leaders in Specialized Care:Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI): A world-renowned center for groundbreaking neurological research and innovative treatments.Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques.Level I Trauma Center: One of Arizona's busiest ERs, providing immediate, comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7.Why SJHMC?Culture of Excellence & Well-being: We care for our people, fostering professional and personal growth.Community & Collaboration: Be part of a network committed to global health and well-being.Join a Legacy, Shape a Future: Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care.This is an invitation to join a family of dedicated professionals at the forefront of medical innovation, united by the power of humankindness.Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. 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