About the position
Bartlett Regional Hospital is searching for experienced nurses to join our Case Management team as an RN Case Manager! Case Management is a department that supports all areas of the hospital, including the Emergency Department. Case Management is comprised of nurses and social workers that work together to provide coordinated care for our patients. In the Emergency Department, the nurse case manager works closely with the social worker as they provide support to patients and families in the ED as well as the bedside team when needed. The case managers identify what is needed in the moment for coordination of care, as well as the bigger picture as they work to support long-term well being. This role is in a fast paced environment and is responsive to multiple teams and partners. Beyond the direct patient care, the case managers are involved with identifying programs, services, and projects to support patient and community needs. They participate with community coalitions to collaborate and support coordination of care and improvement in services. Juneau is a thriving and close-knit community in a beautiful Southeast Alaska setting. Working at Bartlett Regional Hospital affords the opportunity to support and care for the diverse population of our city as well as the many visitors we receive each year from around the world.
Responsibilities
- Support course of care and/or discharges from the ED in real-time including, but not limited to: multi-visit patients, patients with substance misuse, poor social situations, tourists, patients/families experiencing trauma, death, grief.
- Post-discharge call backs for ED patients to ensure patients understand their discharge plan and for further coordination as indicated.
- Collaborate with the ED SW Case Managers and treatment team on ED care guidelines, reducing re-admissions for multi-visit patients, tracking outcomes, running reports, follow-up with community partners.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing.
- Three (3) years of acute care nursing experience.
- Current State of Alaska Registered Nurse license.
- TEAM and BLS within three (3) months of appointment.
Nice-to-haves
- Bachelor's of Science in Nursing preferred.
- One (1) year experience in utilization review, case management, care coordination, quality management or similar role is preferred.
Benefits
- Starting Wage: $47.18 + / hourly, depending on experience.
- Internal Hires: Pay rate will be determined based on applicable personnel rule or union contract terms.
