In collaboration with the patient/family, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team, the Case Management/Utilization Review RN facilitates the patient’s progress through the Emergency Room and acute episode of care in an efficient and cost-effective manner. The CM/UR RN is responsible for assuring and monitoring the level of care from the ED through discharge. This includes initiating evidence based protocols and order sets according to the patient’s admission diagnosis, influencing the progression of care, facilitating the patients’ navigation through the acute care episode, and proposes an appropriate transition plan within 24 hours of admission. The CM/UR RN serves as an advocate for the patient and family throughout the ED experience and/or entire acute episode of care. Aptitudes:
Excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skills.
Knowledge of community and system resources
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to work independently
Word, Excel and Meditech experience preferred