Discharge Coord/Case Manager Rn

Additional Position Details: FTE: 1.000000 | Full Time | Primarily Mon - Fri / 8AM - 5PM

Salary is based on qualifications and years of relevant experience. Starting rate is $39.92/hr with a mid-range of $49.90/hr.

External Candidates may be eligible for a Recruitment Bonus and/or Relocation Assistance!

Position Summary

The RN Discharge Coordinator/Case Manager performs a variety of duties centered around the discharge and case management of patients. Responsibilities include assessing patients for transitional care needs and barriers to discharge; communicating with the patient and family on their preferences; charting and documentation of plan of care; coordinating plans for discharges involving community resources and alternate levels of care; facilitating successful adherence to the discharge plan; maintaining high quality, patient centered and cost-effective results; and complying with all regulatory requirements.

The Discharge Coordinator/Case Manager has a pivotal role in providing a smooth transition to the patient next level of care. This role requires the ability to utilize critical thinking, multitasking, and prioritization. Additional requirement is strong communication skills to promote collaborative relationships with the patients, their families, and the healthcare team.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in nursing or allied health field, preferred

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of progressive nursing experience in an acute care setting, preferably within discharge, utilization and/or case management - or the equivalent in education and/or experience - is required

Please note: Preference will be given to candidates having both preferred experience and education

Licensure/Certifications

• RN: Registered Nurse licensed by Oregon State Board of Nursing required upon start
• ACM: Accredited Case Manager, preferred
• CCM: Certified Case Manager, preferred

Skills/Abilities

• Project management skills; technical support with computer skills; critical thinking; leadership attributes; problem solving skills; ability to gather data and report on findings, preferred
• Ability to function in a team environment with healthcare professionals
• Demonstrates flexibility in workload adjustments and volume
• Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively represent department to the public and interact with fellow team members, nursing/physician/ancillary staff, third-party payors and patients/families
• Effectively communicate information related to system, departmental, and patient processes
• Ability to prioritize job responsibilities and organize workload

What We Offer

• Competitive starting wage
• Generous Earned Time Off
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and wellness
• Excellent retirement package with up to 6% employer contribution
• Tuition reimbursement after one year of service

Why Asante

Asante is more than a great hospital system in an amazing location. We are a community of passionate providers and service-focused caregivers who collaborate to deliver amazing patient outcomes; a place where titles don't matter as much as your creativity, drive, and passion. Our culture, values and people create an environment of sustained medical excellence.

More About Asante And Southern Oregon

Asante is a local, community owned and governed, not-for-profit organization that provides comprehensive health care services to more than 550,000 people in a nine-county area of Southern Oregon and Northern California. It includes Asante Ashland Community Hospital in Ashland, Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center in Medford, Asante Three Rivers Medical Center in Grants Pass, Asante Physician Partners throughout the Rogue Valley, and additional health care partnerships. Virtually all medical specialties and services are represented within an organization dedicated to providing exceptional care. With over 5,000 employees, Asante's entities offer outstanding opportunities for career advancement and professional growth. At Asante your work positively impacts your family, friends, neighbors and the community. Experience the difference in how you work, how you live and how you connect.

At Asante we are defined by our values - traits that guide us as we serve patients and the community:

Excellence - Respect - Honesty - Service - Teamwork

Asante is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ and advance in employment women, minorities, qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.