Nurse Case Manager- PRN at University of Maryland Medical System in Bel Air, Maryland

Job Description:

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:



This role coordinates care of the Care Transformation Organization (CTO) assigned Medicare patients within the primary care provider's office. Works with an interdisciplinary team to manage care and coordinate care services attributed to partisan practices. Assess psychosocial needs and functional deficits of the patient and informs providers of changes in the care plan and/or patient's condition. Through an integrated approach, this role completes intake assessments, assists with the treatment planning, monitors patient progress, facilitates patient and family meetings, and coordinating and implementing of treatment referrals. This position plans and organizes community-based services that support the patients' self-management, adherence to treatment plans, and reduction of unnecessary re-hospitalization.


Provides Care Coordination and discharge planning services for all inpatients accessing care through the Univ. of Md. Upper Chesapeake Health. Position needed to cover weekends, some holidays, and weekdays if candidate is available. coverage on Holidays and on back up call system on weekends. May interact with clients or customers ranging in age from newborn to geriatric.


Company Description
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers the residents of northeastern Maryland an unparalleled combination of clinical expertise, leading-edge technology, and an exceptional patient experience.
A community-based, integrated, non-profit health system, our vision is to become the preferred, integrated health system creating the healthiest community in Maryland. We are dedicated to maintaining and improving the health of the people in our community through an integrated health delivery system that provides high quality care to all. Our commitment to service excellence is evident through a broad range of health care services, technologies and facilities. We work collaboratively with our community and other health organizations to serve as a resource for health promotion and education.

Today, UM UCH is the leading health care system and second largest private employer in Harford County. Our 3,500 team members and over 650 medical staff physicians serve residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County.

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health owns and operates:
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center (UM UCMC), Bel Air, MD
The Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation, Bel Air, MD
The Patricia D. and M. Scot Kaufman Cancer Center, Bel Air, MD
The Senator Bob Hooper House, Forest Hill, MD


Qualifications

Education & Training:

• Current Maryland RN license required. Completion of a Bachelor's of Science degree in nursing preferred.


• BLS required.

Work Orientation & Experience
:

• Three (3) years nursing care experience required. Experience in case management and/or utilization management and ED or outpatient medical practice preferred. Basic computer skills required.

Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrate skill in a) clinical case management; b) performing complete biopsychosocial assessments and medical triage; c) effective critical thinking; d) written and oral communications; and e) age appropriate interpersonal interactions. Demonstrate knowledge of a) payer (incl. Medicare and Medicaid) regulations and programs; b) general internal medicine topics and c) case management principles. Demonstrate ability to a) communicate and collaborate effectively with both internal and external customers (colleagues, providers, liaisons, and patient/family); b) assess, adapt, and calmly respond to changing and/or crisis environment; c) make independent decisions consistent with current policies, procedures, and ethical standards; d) prioritize work assignments and manage time effectively to complete duties; and e) develop a structured and organized process for monitoring active care plans; f) demonstrate an understanding and sensitivity to serving a culturally diverse population while respecting patient confidentiality; and g) must have reliable transportation.

Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.



Compensation:

• Pay Range: $40-$41.2


• Other Compensation (if applicable):


• Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide

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