Nurse Case Manager II

Seasonal Case ManagerThe Case Manager utilizes a collaborative process of assessment, planning, facilitation and advocacy for options and services to meet an individual's benefit plan and/or health needs through communication and available resources to promote optimal, cost-effective outcomes. Requires an RN with unrestricted active license in New Jersey or compact license in good standing and no history. New Jersey residency required. Camden county residency preferred. May live in one of the surrounding counties, but willing to have a case load in Camden County. Must have reliable transportation.Duties:Through the use of clinical tools and information/data review, conducts comprehensive assessments of referred member's needs/eligibility and determines approach to case resolution and/or meeting needs by evaluating member's benefit plan and available internal and external programs/servicesApplication and/or interpretation of applicable criteria and guidelines, standardized case management plans, policies, procedures, and regulatory standards while assessing benefits and/or member's needs to ensure appropriate administration of benefitsUtilizes case management and quality management processes in compliance with regulatory and accreditation guidelines and company policies and proceduresWill be expected to travel to various hospital facilities to meet with members and hospital staff. Will collaborate with the assigned care manager to report visit findingsExperience:3 years clinical practice experience, e.g., hospital setting, alternative care setting such as home health or ambulatory care requiredHealthcare and/or managed care industry experienceCase Management experience preferred-- Position requires proficiency with computer skills which includes navigating multiple systems and keyboardingEffective communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to multitask, prioritize and effectively adapt to a fast paced changing environmentEducation:RN with current unrestricted state licensureCase Management Certification CCM preferred