Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for coordinating with the interdisciplinary treatment team to evaluate and screen patients for admissions to the inpatient rehabilitation unit and Rehabilitation Service. Conducts Pre-Admission Screening and facilitates the delivery of services, evaluates effectiveness, tracks outcomes and functions as the patient advocate to identify and communicate health care needs across the healthcare continuum. Develops, implements, and evaluates patients for comprehensive therapy program for all medically referred patients. Assists with educational, administrative, managerial, and quality control duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

BSN preferred. A minimum of 2 years nursing experience preferred. Work experience in rehabilitation case management, utilization review or hospital quality assurance is preferred. Bilingual in Spanish/English is preferred.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

Current registration with the Texas State Board of Nurse Examiners is required. Case Management Certification (CCM or ANCC) is preferred. Current American Heart Association, Basic Cardiac Life Support and Health Care Provider card required.