Certified Case Manager (CCM)

Company: Providence Health
Location: Columbia
Posted on: January 12, 2021

Job Description:

Providence HealthFounded as Providence Hospitals in 1938--by theSisters of Charity of St. Augustine, Providence's two free standingfull-service hospitals and numerous satellite practices maintain a truedevotion to advanced clinical expertise and unmatched compassion. On February2, 2016, Providence became part of the LifePoint Health network, and shortlythereafter, changed its name to Providence Health to better represent the fullcomplement of its services. Driven by quality, compassion, and Christ, Providence treats thewhole person- body, mind, and spirit.We are currently looking for a Case Manager for our teamat our Downtown Campus. If you are a certified Case Manager looking fora challenge, this position is perfect for you. The Case Manager will be askedto assess, plan, facilitate, evaluate and advocate for options and services tomeet an individual's and family's comprehensive health needs throughcommunication and available resources.Providence Health ranks the highest in Columbia forPatient Experience. The staff is focused on making sure our guests' stay iscomfortable, and that our patients feel heard, and their needs are met.Job SummaryFacilitates continuity of care by ensuring that the needsof the patients, including observation patients are recognized and addressthrough the coordination with other health care team members to bring about thebest possible cost-effective quality and clinical outcome. Reviews patientadmissions within one working day to determine appropriateness ofhospitalization utilizing intensity of service and severity of illness criteriaand continues daily reviews throughout stay assuring patient's need for acutelevel of care.Essential Functions* Reviews past history * Conducts case screening within 24 hours of admission* Interviews the patient and significant others identifyingspecific health and psychosocial needs Reviews current status and treatmentplan* Identifies barriers to wellness* Determines patient resources* Determines availability of financial means/insurancebenefits* Evaluates post-acute care environment for accessibilityand adaptive needs* Assesses age-specific and special needs* Assesses the teaching needs of the patient and familymembers based on patient goals and objectives* Assimilates assessment data, identifies services,treatments and funding options for the patients.* Develops an individual care management plan with patientand family input to deliver care to the individual patient in a manner that is appropriateto the patient's age, physical ability, and intellectual development.* Screens identified options to meet the individual patientneeds.* Identifies and analyzes problems as to cause and effectrelationship, alternative solutions, and the best course of action.* Identifies targeted LOS for patient based on morbidities.Job Requirements:Minimum ExperienceMust possess a minimum of two years full-time direct careexperience and/or hospital based case management experience.Required Licenses/Certifications[South Carolina, United States] Certified Case Manager (CCM)BLSEducationA graduate from an accredited school of nursing Bachelor degreein nursing preferred.LocationProvidenceHealth DowntownEqual opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran

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