The Case Manager assesses, plans, implements, coordinates, monitors and evaluates options and services needed to meet patients' health care needs through all phases of wellness and sickness. Collaboratively with patients, families, payers and multidisciplinary healthcare team, the case manager maximizes efficient utilization of resources and promotes quality cost-effective outcomes.
MINIMUM EDUCATION:
Current licensure to practice as licensed vocational nurse, a registered nurse or masters prepared social worker in the State of Texas.
MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE:
Three to five years' experience in nursing or medical social work, with experience acquired in assigned specialty. Prior experience in case management and/or discharge planning is a plus.
REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
LVN, RN, or LMSW with CCM, CPUR, or ACP preferred. Valid drivers' license and reliable transportation necessary as driving between compuses is required.
REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:
Self-directed, able to work independently. Exercises sound judgment, discretion and initiative. Demonstrates a positive professional and personal image. Problem solver. Utilizes strong organizational skills, identifies cost and quality issues related to patient care. Understands concepts of intergration and coordination of health services. Maintains confidentiality. Fosters open and effective communication. Basic typing skills. Basic knowledge of computers.
ABOUT OAKBEND:
OakBend Medical Center is an independent hospital providing exceptional and compassionate care to patients and the community since 1950. The OakBend family consists of outstanding team members caring for the community at three hospitals and many specialty centers. OakBend’s services and programs include its signature No Wait ER, an advanced trauma center, certified stroke program, hospital air ambulance services and a hospital-based skilled nursing facility. We remain committed to providing a rewarding environment to our team members, to providing necessary services to the community and to developing the best methods to care for our patients, ensuring a healthy future for generations.
OakBend Medical Center is the last remaining independent, nonprofit hospital in the Greater Houston area, providing exceptional service with its three hospitals and many specialty centers. OakBend follows an innovative model of care that makes the patient the captain of the care team, up-ending the traditional approach to nursing where the doctors and nurses act as leaders of the team. This patient-centered care drives OakBend’s services and programs, including its signature No Wait ER, an advanced trauma center and the Jack and Billie Wendt Acute Care for the Elderly (ACE) unit.
We remain committed to developing the very best ways to care for our patients, ensuring a healthy future for generations to come.
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