Job Description:

Job Description
Under general supervision of the Manager, Case Management, coordinates the clinical and financial plan for patient assignments, performs overall utilization management, resource management, discharge planning, care facilitation, and referral to other levels of care and related duties. Works with the physician and interdisciplinary team to achieve desired quality and financial outcomes.


Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age, culture, ethnicity, and specific individual diagnostic needs of the patients served in his/her department. He/she must be able to assess and interpret data about the patient's status in order to identify each patient's specific needs and provide the care needed by the patient group (pediatric, adolescents and/or geriatric patient group, culture and diagnostic specific).


Consistently expresses and demonstrates compassion and courtesy for patients. Extends courtesy and support to patient's families/visitors.


Company Description
We're making Maryland stronger!


With roots that go as far back as 1895, the UM Rehab & Ortho Institute continues to be a pioneer in orthopedics and neurological disorders. From bones to brains, our cutting-edge hospital heals even the most serious of injuries, specializing in everything from total joint replacement to spinal cord injuries and neurological condition. In total, our 141-bed facility welcomes over 3,000 patients every year. As the state's largest provider of inpatient rehabilitation services, we offer some of the most advanced therapies for stroke, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, orthopedic and sports injury, among many others.


Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Maryland is required.


• Bachelor's degree in Nursing, or related field required for new hires effective 9/2019.


• A minimum of three years' experience in clinical nursing in a hospital setting is required.


• Additional experience in home care, transitional care, or insurance arena, preferred


• Certification in Case Management is preferred.

Additional Information
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