Float Case Manager – LPN/RN  Orlando

 

Candidates for this position must meet the following requirements:

 

REQUIREMENTS:

 

¨       LPN/RN license in the State of Florida

¨       Ability to perform case management

¨       Knowledge and skill in the applications of the techniques and practices of the nursing profession

¨       Ability to explain medical instructions to patients and their families

¨       Ability to learn and understand appropriate Federal, State, and local regulations

¨       Ability to interact and deal tactfully with the public

¨       Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language fluently

¨       Ability to communicate effectively, establish and maintain an effective working relationship with patients and staff and deal effectively and professionally under pressure

¨       Ability to travel locally

¨       Must have consistent, punctual and reliable attendance

¨       Bilingual Spanish/English

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Monitor inpatient, outpatient, and SNF patients and initiate patient care arrangements.  Report findings to Medical Management, Medical Director and Center Administrator. Responsible for patient care management to assure appropriate care is provided; reinforce patient education regarding preventative care, dietary restrictions, medications and other therapeutic regimens; coordinate home health and DME requests and provide recommendations to the Center Medical Director.  Provide oversight in patient care evaluation, coordinate the collaboration of the Primary Care Provider and Consultants, and make suggestions to improve plans to meet patient needs.  Assist with the monitoring of utilization management and make recommendations regarding effectiveness of health care resources, trending and intervention.  Assist in the assessment of clinic operations and make recommendations as necessary.  Assure compliance with HCFA guidelines and covered service guidelines.  Assist with the contestation of Part A and Part B /claims as needed.  Consistently apply guidelines to the medical record review process.  Evaluate and recommend health delivery network changes with the site Medical Director and Center Administrator.  Participate in QI projects.  Attend Case Management Meetings.  Participate in patient satisfaction program as required and follow up on all inpatient/outpatient discharges.  Assist the Center Medical Director with the management of high-risk patient populations and appropriate case management plans.  Other duties as assigned.