RN CASE MANAGER (FT; 40hrs/wk) - Temple University Hospital

In collaboration with the patient / family, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team, the Case Manager facilitates the patient's progress through the acute episode of care in an efficient and cost effective manner.

Monitors the level of care, initiating evidence based protocols and order sets according to the patients' admission diagnosis, influencing the progression of care, facilitating the patients' navigation through the acute care episode, and proposes an appropriate transition plan within 48 hours of admission.

The Case Manager serves as an advocate for the patient and family throughout the entire acute episode of care.

Education

Bachelors Degree : in Nursing (BSN) or combination of education and experience in lieu of with commitment to obtain BSN within 2 years from date of hire (Required)

Experience

1 Year experience in acute care Case Management setting or Utilization Management at an acute care facility and / or insurance company in either UR or CM. (Required)

General Experience with knowledge of theories, principles, and concepts related to nursing practice and strong leadership capabilities. (Required)

General Experience and knowledge of InterQual criteria (Preferred)

License / Certifications

RN-LIC - PA Registered Nurse License (Required)

CCM - Certified Case Manager (Preferred)

Your Tomorrow is Here!

Temple Health is a dynamic network of outstanding hospitals, specialty centers, and physician practices that is advancing the fight against disease, pushing the boundaries of medical science, and educating future healthcare professionals.

Temple Health consists of Temple University Hospital (TUH), Fox Chase Cancer Center, TUH-Jeanes Campus, TUH-Episcopal Campus, TUH-Northeastern Campus, Temple Physicians, Inc.

and Temple Transport Team. Temple Health is proudly affiliated with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University.

To support this mission, Temple Health is continuously recruiting top talent to join its diverse, 10,000 strong workforce that fosters a healthy, safe and productive environment for its patients, visitors, students and colleagues alike.

At Temple Health, your tomorrow is here!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Your Tomorrow is Here!

Temple University Hospital is a nationally respected teaching hospital on Temple University's bustling Health Sciences Center campus.

The hospital provides a comprehensive array of healthcare services both basic and complex to patients from around the corner, across the country and around the world.

As the chief clinical training site for the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, the hospital provides a dynamic environment for high-quality care, teaching, and cutting edge research.