Nurse Care Management Coordinator Interview Networking Event
Independence Blue Cross is hosting a Nurse Care Management Coordinator Interview Networking Event in Philadelphia, PA on Thursday, June 14th @ 4:00pm – 6:30pm.
Under the direction of a designated Care Management and Coordination Supervisor, The Care Management Coordinator performs telephonic or onsite review of hospital admissions, determining alternative settings when appropriate. Works to add value to healthcare by encouraging efficient and high quality use of the healthcare delivery system. Promotes timely and dynamic discharge planning to facilitate early discharge and refers cases to Case Management when indicated. Efficiently collaborates with the hospital utilization review department, attending physicians and members/families as appropriate.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Performs utilization management for inpatient admissions.
- Using the medical software criteria, establish the need for inpatient, continued stay and length of stay.
- Directs the delivery of care to the most appropriate setting, while maintaining quality.
- Contacts attending physicians regarding treatment plans/plan of care and clarifies medical need for inpatient stay or continued inpatient care
- Identifies inpatient admissions no longer meeting criteria and refers care to plan Medical Directors for evaluation.
- Presents cases to Medical Directors that do not meet established criteria and provides pertinent information regarding member’s medical condition and the potential home care needs.
- Performs early identification of hospitalized members to evaluate discharge planning needs.
- Collaborates with hospital case management staff, physician and family to determine alternative setting at times and provide support to facilitate discharge to the most appropriate setting.
- Identifies and refers cases for case management and disease management.
- Identifies quality of care issues including delays in care. Appropriately refers cases to the Quality Management Department and/or Care Management and Coordination Supervisor when indicated.
- Maintains the integrity of the system information by timely, accurate data entry. Utilization decisions are in compliance with state, federal and accreditation regulations.
- Works to build relations with all providers and provides exceptional customer service.
- Reports potential utilization issues or trends to designated supervisor and recommendations for improvement.
- Participates in the process of educating providers on managed care.
- Performs additional related duties as assigned.
- Must be flexible and available for weekends
Event attendees will have a chance to interview with managers within the case management department and gain insight into our culture and career mobility from HR professionals.
This is an INVITE ONLY event: Interested attendees will need to apply online to RSVP and upload a current resume. The following requirements are needed to apply:
- Current, active, and unrestricted PA Registered Nurse licensure
- Minimum of three years direct clinical nursing experience
- Previous case management and/or disease/condition management experience a plus
- Exceptional communication and problem solving ability.
- Ability to work flexible hours
- Basic computer skills
- Strong clinical knowledge
The deadline to submit your information is Monday, May 14th. If selected, you will receive an electronic invitation to the event with additional information and logistics.
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At Independence, everyone can feel valued, supported, and comfortable to be themselves. Our commitment to equity means that all associates have a fair opportunity to achieve their full potential. We put these principles into action every day by acting with integrity and respect. We stand together to speak out against injustice and to break down barriers to support a more inclusive and equitable workplace. Celebrating and embracing the diverse thoughts and perspectives that make up our workforce means our company is more vibrant, innovative, and better able to support the people and communities we serve.
Vaccination Update
This job requires that you demonstrate you have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to the start of employment, to the extent permitted by law.
About Our Company
Serving more than 8 million people nationwide, including 2.5 million in southeastern Pennsylvania, Independence Health Group — together with its subsidiaries — is the leading health insurance organization in the Philadelphia region. Our mission to build healthier lives for you, your family, and your employees shapes our actions and decisions every day.
At Independence, we see each of our members as an individual, with unique needs and concerns. We’re dedicated to harnessing the very latest ideas and technologies to deliver access to care that meets those needs and surpasses your expectations. For more information about Independence access our website at www.ibx.com. We’re revolutionizing health care, and our focus is on you!
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Independence Blue Cross is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or disability.
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