RN Case Management Consultant - Full-Time - Up to $74/hour

RN Care Coordinator – Full-Time Professionally develop and enhance your healthcare career at Interim Healthcare Staffing! Gain valuable, industry leading experience working in one of our many specialty areas. Interim Healthcare Staffing offers amazing opportunities for career progression, as well as ongoing education and development programs. Schedule/Shifts: Full-Time , M-F 8:00am - 4:30pm (part-time availability may be considered). Location: Some remote work and some in-person meetings throughout the Twin Cities Metro area. Pay rate: Up to $74.20/hour depending on experience. *This is considered a temporary assignment expected to last around 3-5 months. Position Summary The Case Management Consultant provides consultative services to the Case Managers, either in person or telephonically. This position consults with case management staff suggesting psychosocial interventions for complex, high-risk patients. The functions of the Case Management Consultant include collaboration with all members of the healthcare team to coordinate quality, cost-effective care, and minimize fragmentation of the healthcare delivery system. The goal of this position is to assist the case managers in optimizing members’ level of wellness and independence, enhance quality of life, prevent unnecessary hospitalizations or service duplication, provide continuity of care, promote cost containment, enhance quality, and improve clinical and financial outcomes. What we offer you Locally Owned and Operated Business Opportunity to work different locations/Diversity in clinic settings Working with Clinics and Hospitals throughout the 7-county area of Minneapolis/Saint Paul Competitive Salary and Benefits Health Coverage Dental Coverage PTO Accrual Based On Hours Worked Job Accountabilities Ensure all activities are member-focused and individualized, resulting in personalized attention to each patient's unique needs. Identify interventions to assist member in reaching health related goals and identify patterns of care that are predictive of future needs/services. Work with Case Management team, Government Programs Department and Member Services Department to ensure compliance with Medicare regulations. Collaborate with Inpatient/Outpatient and Case Management teams and assist/advise case managers in developing customized care plans. Identify best practices and offer suggestions for alternative approaches to nurse care managers, and participate in case conferences as requested. Develop/recommend/implement follow-up action plans and monitor health action plans as agreed upon with Case Manager. Contribute knowledge of resources available to assist in the achievement of patient goals. Maintain a knowledge of government programs, appropriate paperwork needed for County/State programs, local housing alternatives, employment assistance, etc. Maintain current list of support groups available for various diseases/conditions, and coordinate utilization of community resources available for members/families. Maintain knowledge of new laws/policies that affect member care and care management practices. Complete special projects as assigned by Case Management leadership, and all other duties as assigned. Job Requirements RN unrestricted license in the State of Minnesota is required. Experience with MNChoices/MN Choices Certified Assessor certification is required. Minimum of two years of clinical experience required, one year of experience working with case managers or in case management is preferred. Ability to read and interpret insurance benefits and experience with computer programs including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), email, etc. Working knowledge of internet based resources and strong background in customer service and care delivery. Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks, along with excellent oral/written/interpersonal communication skills. Problem solving skills. Ability to function independently and adapt to change, perform critical analysis, plan, organize and evaluate effectively. Maintain a valid driver's license for minimal travel. Interim Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Each Interim Healthcare location is independently owned and operated. #J-18808-Ljbffr