Job Details
Works collaboratively with an MD to coordinate and screen for the appropriateness of admissions and Continued stays.
Makes recommendations to the physicians for alternate levels of care when the patient does not meet the medical necessity for Inpatient hospitalization.
Interacts with the family, patient and other disciplines to coordinate a safe and acceptable discharge plan.
Functions as an indirect caregiver, patient advocate and manages patients in the most cost effective way.
Previous case management experience and demonstrated experience in utilization management, discharge planning, or transfer coordination.
Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission and other federal/state/local regulations.
Bachelors degree, or equivalent experience, in nursing or health related field.
Masters degree preferred.
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Current California RN license required.
Benefits
At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers!
We offer:
Competitive pay rates Free, quality, private housing Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) and Flex Spending Life Insurance Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage Free Continuing Education Refer a friend and earn extra cash!
Required Qualifications
BLS CA licnese Previous case management experience Minimum 1years clinical experience as an RN in an acute care hospital setting required Experience with hospital DC planning, specifically placement of complex patients
Preferred Qualifications
Interqual Knowledge Demonstrated ability to utilize/apply the general and specialized principles, practices, techniques and methods of Utilization review/management
About Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.