Rn Case Manager Full Time Days

As the largest hospital in San Luis Obispo County, Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center strives to produce optimal outcomes and exceptional patient experiences to the community it serves. With 164 beds and hundreds of physicians, Sierra Vista puts advanced technology into the hands of experienced medical specialists to deliver quality healthcare to Central Coast residents and visitors.  Its distinct, high-level services include neurosurgery, orthopedics, obstetrics, perinatology (high-risk pregnancy), neonatology (high-risk newborn care), pediatrics and trauma.  Sierra Vista houses the largest Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit between Santa Barbara and Salinas, the only dedicated pediatric unit in San Luis Obispo County and serves as the county’s designated trauma center.  Sierra Vista is recognized as a leader in orthopedics, cancer care and is a Joint Commission accredited primary stroke center. Sierra Vista is fully accredited by The Joint Commission and has been serving the community since 1959.

We offer competitive salaries and benefits including a matching 401(k), several health & dental plans to choose from, generous tuition assistance plans, and relocation assistance for select positions.

Job Summary

Assesses appropriateness of admission status and level of care, using InterQual criteria. Provides discharge planning services, coordinating with patients, families, and community agencies. Collaborates with medical staff in assuring appropriate utilization of hospital resources and expediting high quality patient care. Ten hour shifts with an occasional weekend in rotation. Knowledge of InterQual criteria and Medicare Conditions of Participation preferred. Basic computer skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and navigating the Internet are necessary.

Education

Required: A.S. or Equivalent

Preferred: B.A./B.S.

Required License/Certification

• BLS
• CA RN License

Required Training/Education/Experience/Certification: 3-5 years of nursing experience in an acute care hospital setting. Desired Training/Education/Experience/Certification: Recent experience in utilization review, discharge planning, and/or inpatient case management preferred. Knowledge and use of InterQual criteria preferred. Basic computer skills in WORD, EXCEL, and navigating the internet. How to open and send e-mail. Knowledge of Medicare and Medi-Cal conditions of participation preferred.

Pay Range: $15.50 - $100.00

Individual wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications and experience

Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.

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