Nursing Jobs in Novato, CA

Registered Nurse

RN Registered Nurse What We’re Looking For: We are seeking to hire a self-motivated, efficient, responsible Registered Nurse for a large established company within the Medical–Skilled Nursing Industry with many growth opportunities. This is a direct hire: Full Time position for a great company. If you have a passion for healthcare, this is the right opportunity for you! Our Registered Nurse is responsible for patient care, assess and evaluates patient status by writing care plans, health assessments, completes, maintains and submits clinical notes regarding patient’s condition. Provides professional nursing care utilizing all elements of nursing process. What You’ll Do: Provide planning and delivery of direct and indirect patient care through the nursing process of Assessment, Planning, Intervention, and Evaluation Develop nursing care plan in coordination with patient, family, and interdisciplinary staff as necessary Communicate changes in patient's clinical condition with Physicians, Nursing Supervisor/Manager, and co-workers as appropriate Documents assessments and care in compliance with standards of care and company policy Administers IV medications and treatments Work cooperatively with other members of the facility interdisciplinary team Supervise patient care provided by Licensed Vocational Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants Performs other duties as assigned Schedule: AM, PM, and NOC shifts/rotations available What You’ll Bring: Current RN license in the state of CA Maintain current CPR certification Previous experience supervising LVN's and CNA's Demonstrates excellent observation, problem solving, verbal and written communication Ability to work with minimal supervision

LVN II, Home Health

Sutter Health Novato, CA

$36.48 - $47.43 / hour

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: SCAH-Sutter Care at Home - Outer Bay Position Overview: Provides nursing care, under the direct supervision of a registered nurse (RN) or physician, in accordance with the legal scope of practice and within established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Integrates education, technical competence and patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers. Exercises sound judgment, and developed clinical skills to implement the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Supports the functionality of the department by distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety to help deliver optimal patient care. Job Description : EDUCATION: Other: Graduate of an accredited school of Vocational Nursing provided prior to start date OR LVN License evidencing program compliance CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE: LVN-Licensed Vocational Nurse provided prior to start date BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Blood draw certificate within 30 days DL-Valid Drivers License (not required for AIM Population Health) AUTO-Automobile Insurance (not required for AIM Population Health) SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Demonstrated knowledge of basic nursing skills, various medical procedures, views, and equipment. Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology. Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people. Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline. General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook). Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines. Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions. Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options. Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives. Job Shift: Days Schedule: Full Time Shift Hours: 8 Days of the Week: Monday - Friday Weekend Requirements: As Needed Benefits: Yes Unions: No Position Status: Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Status: Regular Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $36.48 to $47.43 / hour The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

LVN

LVN Licensed Vocational Nurse

LVN Licensed Vocational Nurse Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), the LicensedVocational Nurse delivers efficient and effective nursing care while achieving positive clinical outcomes and patient/family satisfaction. He/she operates within the scope of practice defined by the State Nurse Practice Act. The LVN contributes to nursing assessments and care planning, provides direct patient care, and supervises patient care provided by unlicensed staff. RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES: 1. Patient Evaluation: 1.1. Collects, reports and documents objective and subjective data; 1.2. Observes conditions and reports changes in condition to RN; 2. Care Planning: 2.1. Contributes to establishing individualized patient goals; 2.2. Assists in developing interventions to achieve goals; 2.3. Implements the plan of care; 2.4. Evaluates effectiveness of interventions to achieve patient goals and minimize re- hospitalizations; 2.5. Participates in review and revision of plan of care; 3. Provision of Direct Patient Care: 3.1. Administers medications and performs treatments per physician orders; 3.2. Communicates pertinent data to RN and/or physician; 3.3. Documents accurately and thoroughly; 3.4. Consults and seeks guidance from the RN as necessary; 3.5. At the direction of the RN, participates in Utilization Management or Interdisciplinary Care Management Meeting to facilitate appropriate discharge planning: 3.5.1. Communicates team’s recommendations for discharge to the attending physician, patient and family; 3.5.2. Prepares patient/family for discharge including patient and family education; 4. Monitors patient care provided by unlicensed staff: 4.1. Assigns duties as specified by CA State Nurse Practice Act, policy, and staff training; 4.2. Communicates patient information with unlicensed staff during and between shifts; 4.3. Monitors, evaluates and follows-up on assigned responsibilities of unlicensed staff; 4.4. Ensures that assigned tasks are performed in accordance with policies and procedures; 5. Uses electronic medical record according to the Business Processes; 6. Performs drug count when beginning and ending shift and whenever necessary; 7. Assists physician in rounds and examination of patients, as needed; 8. Participates in shift-to-shift communication between incoming and outgoing nursing staff; 9. Collaborates and coordinates with other departments to provide timely effective care consistent with individual’s needs, choices and preferences; 10. Contributes to an environment that is respectful, team-oriented, and responsive to the concerns of staff, patients and families; 11. Enhances nursing practice by attending all mandated in-service programs; 12. Assists with the orientation of newly hired nursing staff; 13. Promotes a culture of safety to ensure a healthy practice and living environment; 14. Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive Protected Health Information (PHI) at all times; 15. Stays and works beyond scheduled shift if needed to meet state staffing requirements and/or needs of patients; 16. Performs other duties as requested. SPECIFIC EDUCATION/VOCATIONAL REQUIERMENTS: 1. Graduate of an approved school for practical or vocational nursing is required. 2. Must be currently licensed by the State Board of Nursing. 3. Experience is preferred in rehabilitative or geriatric nursing. 4. This position requires that the employee is able to read, write, speak and understand the spoken English language to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our patients and visitors at the work site when responding to their medical and physical needs. 5. Must provide verification of TST (tuberculin skin test) as required by state law and in accordance with Company policy. TSTs will be administered at the work site if required.

CNA

CNA Certified Nursing Assistant

CNA Certified Nursing Assistant What We're Looking For: We are seeking to hire a self-motivated, efficient, responsible Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) looking to grow and be part of a caring team. This is a direct hire: Full Time or Part Time positions and various shifts available to fit your schedule. If you have a passion for healthcare, this is the right opportunity for you! What You’ll Do: Provide supervision and guidance for residents during skills building and daily activities. Develop and implement individual treatment plans for residents. Assist with daily living activities, including preparing meals and assisting with personal hygiene. Develop a rapport with residents and cultivate a safe and supportive relationship. Update resident case notes on a daily basis. Ensure an appropriate staff-to-client ratio at all times. Schedule: AM, PM and NOC shifts available.

LVN

Infection Preventionist LVN

LVN RN Infection Preventionist What We're Looking For: We are seeking to hire self-motivated, efficient and responsible Infection Preventionist looking to grow and be part of a caring team. This is a direct hire: Full Time position and various shifts available to fit your schedule. If you have a passion for healthcare, this is the right opportunity for you! What You Will Do: Collecting, analyzing and providing infection data and trends to nursing staff and health care practitioners. Consulting on infection risk assessment, prevention, and control strategies: providing education and training, and implanting evidence-based infection control practices, including those mandated by regulatory and licensing agencies and guidelines from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. What You’ll Bring: Infection Preventionist certification preferred. Current LVN or RN from the state of CA required. Current BLS certification required. Previous experience as an Infection Preventionist a plus. Compassion for the elderly and commitment to hospitality and service. Positive and nurturing personality, a true want to help and care for those in need. Team oriented and collaborative spirit. Experience in long-term, skilled nursing care a plus, but not required.

LVN

Director of Staff Development LVN

Anchor Health Petaluma, CA

DSD Director of Staff Development What We’re Looking For: We are seeking to hire a self-motivated, efficient, responsible Licensed Vocational Nurse , to serve as Director of Staff Development and successfully manage day to day operations. This a full-time position ideal for an enthusiastic individual at a great organization. As Director of Staff Development your primary purpose would be to plan, direct, evaluate and coordinate educational programs to meet state and federal requirements. What You Will Do: Provide the orientation, educational and learning opportunities within a supportive environment. Assist personnel in gaining knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to safely and effectively perform assigned duties involved in the care of residents. Responsible for scheduling CNA's, and will work closely with the Director of Nursing monitoring the activities of nursing personnel to ensure quality care that complies with state, federal and facility standards. Direct the infection prevention and control program and its activities. Executing physician orders. Provide nursing support, utilizing the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care. Communicate results of laboratory and other diagnostic testing to the physician, and evaluating signs and symptoms indicating physiologic and psychosocial changes in the patient’s condition. Ensure the care and safety of patients. Other Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) and duties as assigned. Schedule: AM, PM, and NOC shifts/rotations available. What You’ll Bring: Previous experience nursing as an LVN and supervisory DSD role. Current LVN license in the state of CA and certification as DSD by California Department of Public Health. Demonstrates excellent observation, problem solving, verbal and written communication. Ability to work with minimal supervision.

PEDIATRIC HOSPICE RN CASE MANAGER

PEDIATRIC HOSPICE RN CASE MANAGER JOB DESCRIPTION Overview The Hospice Pediatric RN Case Manager will work with our Pediatric team. Primarily responsible for providing professional nursing care to assigned patients. With input from the IDT (interdisciplinary team), patient and family, assesses, develops, implements and evaluates the plan of care. Ensures appropriate communication and plan of care coordination to all internal/external customers All successful candidates must be fully vaccinated, subject to certain limited exceptions required by applicable law. Our Mission: To enhance the quality of life for those nearing the end of life’s journey and for those who grieve. We place a high importance on our employees and reward staff in several ways such as: • Competitive hospice industry compensation • Benefits package with multiple plan offerings and generous employer contribution • 401(k) Retirement plan with employer match • Supportive work culture which encourages work life balance • Substantial Paid Time Off, paid holidays & birthday benefit • Employee development program managed by in-house education department to support individualized orientation and professional growth needs. • Monthly mileage reimbursement • Employee Referral Program • Business casual attire for office staff Responsibilities JOB DUTIES/KNOWLEDGE/JOB PERFORMANCE: • Develops written plan of care in coordination with an interdisciplinary Team (IDT). • Oversees implementation of plan, evaluates and changes plan as necessary to meet patient/family needs. • Responsible for the direction of care provided by LVN and HA in accordance with patient’s plan of care. • Responsible for the supervision of services provided by the LVN and HA per TEH policy and regulatory requirements. • Communicates all changes to IDT and primary MD. • Performs job duties in clinical areas as stated in clinical competency checklist, policies/procedures, standards of care, and critical competencies based on Scope of Practice. • Maintains timely patient documentation using “point care” electronic charting. • Implements and maintains established hospice policies and procedures as well as Standards of Care and regulatory requirements. • Provides health care instruction to patient and family members. • Orients, instructs, and trains assigned personnel. • Participates in providing 24 hour, seven days a week coverage to patients/families (on-call and census fluctuation). • Performs admission assessment and admission when necessary. DEGREE OF TRAVEL: • Travel required for patient visits. • Occasional travel for educational purposes. Qualifications: • Must have Associates Degree, Bachelor Degree preferred. • Must have one year of acute or hospice pediatric experience • At least 12 months experience with 1-2 years preferred in acute care. • Current CA RN license. • Current CA driver’s license with proof of insurance. • Current CPR/BLS • Prefer certification as hospice nurse. • Pediatric experience preferred. • Proof of recent TB test result • Bilingual preferred. • Computer skills (word processing), use of adding machine, calculator, fax, photocopier.

Clinical RN II, LDRP, Part-Time, (36 Hour Week), Nights

MarinHealth Kentfield, CA

$86.13 - $110.25 / hour

ABOUT MARINHEALTH Are you looking for a place where you are empowered to bring innovation to reality? Join MarinHealth, an integrated, independent healthcare system with deep roots throughout the North Bay. With a world-class physician and clinical team, an affiliation with UCSF Health, an ever-expanding network of clinics, and a new state-of-the-art hospital, MarinHealth is growing quickly. MarinHealth comprises MarinHealth Medical Center, a 327-bed hospital in Greenbrae, and 55 primary care and specialty clinics in Marin, Sonoma, and Napa Counties. We attract healthcare’s most talented trailblazers who appreciate having the best of both worlds: the pioneering medicine of an academic medical center combined with an independent hospital's personalized, caring touch. MarinHealth is already realizing the benefits of impressive growth and has consistently earned high praise and accolades, including being Named One of the Top 250 Hospitals Nationwide by Healthgrades, receiving a 5-star Ranking for Overall Hospital Quality from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and being named the Best Hospital in San Francisco/Marin by Bay Area Parent, among others. Company: Marin General Hospital dba MarinHealth Medical Center Compensation Range: $86.13 - $110.25 Work Shift: 12 Hour (nights) (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 Job Description Summary: The purpose of the Clinical RN role is to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, direct, and appropriately delegate to ensure the delivery of safe, quality patient care. This registered professional nurse will function within the full scope of RN licensure, according to the California Nursing Practice Act. The Clinical RN will provide assessment, development, and implementation of the care plan, evaluating the effectiveness of that care, directing emergency interventions, and collaborating with physicians, team members, and others to optimally manage patient care in the interest of the patient, acting as a patient advocate when necessary. Job Requirements, Prerequisites and Essential Functions: Job Specifications: Education: Sufficient education to obtain a valid California RN license Experience: Clinical RN II, either: 6 months to 1-year experience as a Clinical RN I at MarinHealth Medical Center; or Possession of the clinical experience as identified in the appropriate unit -specific job description addendum. License and Certifications: California RN license Required at hire Basic Life Support Required at hire Integrative Agitation Management (IAM) Required within 30 days of hire Prerequisite Skills: Ability to demonstrate proficiency in all items of the Staff Nurse Skills Criteria at the conclusion of the probationary period Demonstrated leadership and delegation skills Demonstrated oral and written communication skills Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work; time management skills Ability to work collaboratively with team members, other teams, physicians, and departments Ability to read, speak, write, understand and follow English verbal and written instructions. Primary Customer Served (Age Specific Criteria): Varies by department assigned. Refer to Unit Specific Addendum Employees in this position must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or service based on the physical, psycho/social, educational, safety, and related criteria appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her assigned service area. Patient Privacy (HIPAA Compliance): Employees in this position have access to protected health information. The protected health information a person in this position can access includes demographics, date of service, insurance/billing, medical record summary information, and all other information that may be contained in patient records. This position requires patient health information to perform the functions outlined as part of this position description. Duties And Responsibilities: Essential (Not Modifiable) Consistently demonstrates the ability to transfer scientific knowledge from social, biological and physical sciences in applying the nursing process as follows: Formulates a nursing diagnosis through observation of the patient's physical condition and behavior, and through interpretation of information obtained from the client and others, including the health team Formulates age specific care planning, in collaboration with the patient, which ensures that direct and indirect nursing care services provide for the patient's safety, comfort, hygiene, and protection, and for disease prevention an restorative measures Perform skills essential to the kind of nursing action to be taken, explains the health treatment to the patient and family, and teaches the client and family how to care for the health needs Evaluates the effectiveness of care planning through observation of the patient's physical condition and behavior, signs and symptoms of illness, reactions to treatment, and through communication with the patient and team members, and modifies the plan as needed Acts as the patient's advocate, as circumstances require, by initiating action to improve health care or to change decisions or activities which are against the interests or wishes of the patient and by giving the patient the opportunity to make informed decisions about health care before it is provided. Demonstrates leadership by supervising, directing and delegating appropriately to care team members. Delegates tasks to subordinates based on the legal scopes of practice of the subordinates and on the preparation and capability needed in the tasks to be delegated, and effectively supervises nursing care being given by subordinates Demonstrates clinical expertise by serving as a clinical expert, role model, and clinical and educational resource to the team, patients, and families. May act as a mentor and assist in the training and development of less experienced staff members Demonstrates professional accountability for nursing practice. Accommodation: Qualified applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation during the application process by contacting Human Resources at 415-925-7040 or TalentAcquisition@mymarinhealth.org . C.A.R.E.S. Standards: MarinHealth seeks candidates ready to model our C.A.R.E.S. standards—Communication, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, Safety—which foster a healing, trust-based environment for patients and colleagues. Health & Immunizations: To protect employees, patients, and our community, MarinHealth requires measles, mumps, varicella, and annual influenza immunizations as a condition of employment (and annually thereafter). COVID-19 vaccination/booster remains strongly recommended. Medical or religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Compensation: The posted pay range complies with applicable law and reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this role. Individual pay is set by skills, experience, qualifications, and internal/market equity, consistent with MarinHealth’s compensation philosophy. Positions covered by collective bargaining agreements are governed by those agreements. Equal Employment: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status, and any other classifications protected by federal, state, and local laws.

RN

Per Diem

MarinHealth Kentfield, CA

RN Case Manager II, Care Coordination, Per Diem, Days

$66.03 - $99.04 / hour

ABOUT MARINHEALTH Are you looking for a place where you are empowered to bring innovation to reality? Join MarinHealth, an integrated, independent healthcare system with deep roots throughout the North Bay. With a world-class physician and clinical team, an affiliation with UCSF Health, an ever-expanding network of clinics, and a new state-of-the-art hospital, MarinHealth is growing quickly. MarinHealth comprises MarinHealth Medical Center, a 327-bed hospital in Greenbrae, and 55 primary care and specialty clinics in Marin, Sonoma, and Napa Counties. We attract healthcare’s most talented trailblazers who appreciate having the best of both worlds: the pioneering medicine of an academic medical center combined with an independent hospital's personalized, caring touch. MarinHealth is already realizing the benefits of impressive growth and has consistently earned high praise and accolades, including being Named One of the Top 250 Hospitals Nationwide by Healthgrades, receiving a 5-star Ranking for Overall Hospital Quality from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and being named the Best Hospital in San Francisco/Marin by Bay Area Parent, among others. Company: Marin General Hospital dba MarinHealth Medical Center Compensation Range: $66.03 - $99.04 Work Shift: 10 Hour (days) (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 Job Description Summary: The RN Case Manager, in collaboration with members of the healthcare team, leads the development and implementation of the interdisciplinary plan of care for patients, determining the appropriate level of care, supervising the provision of the discharge plan of care, and ensuring the effective quality and cost-efficient outcomes by performing concurrent and retrospective case review. This position functions as the key linkage between the physician, staff, and hospital leadership in the day-to-day management of appropriate and efficient patient care and functions as an advisor to the physician with accountability to escalate cases to the Medical Director (as necessary) to ensure the provision of appropriate and effective patient care. Job Requirements, Prerequisites and Essential Functions: Job Specifications: Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing preferred. Experience: Three (3) or more years of experience in an acute patient care setting preferably in medical/surgical or critical care. Substantial recent experience in utilization review and/or discharge planning in an acute care setting is strongly preferred. Broad clinical background strongly preferred. Experience demonstrating effective functional supervision and leadership skills preferred. License and Certifications: Registered Nurse (RN) required at hire. Basic Life Support (BLS) required at hire. Integrative Agitation Management (IAMTAC) required within 30 days of hire. Prerequisite Skills: Must have the ability to read, write, and follow English verbal and written instructions, and have excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, conflict resolution, presentation, time management, positive personal influence and negotiation skills. Leadership skills to delegate, functionally supervise, provide direction/guidance to staff and hold others accountable are required. Must have the ability to work independently with a minimum of direction, anticipate and organize work flow, prioritize and follow through on responsibilities. Must have strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills necessary to provide utilization review/discharge planning services appropriate to patients with complex medical, emotional and social needs. Strong attention to detail and accuracy is required. Must have the ability to work in a high volume case load environment and deal effectively with rapidly changing priorities. Demonstrated ability to work constructively with a broad spectrum of health care professionals is required. Must be assertive and creative in problem solving, system planning and management. Basic computer skills are required including use of Electronic Health Record. Must be effective both as a team member and leader. Primary Customer Served (Age Specific Criteria): Infants: Birth up to 1 year Toddlers: 1 up to 3 years Preschool Children: 3 up to 6 years School Age Children: 6 up to 12 years Adolescents: 12 up to 18 years X Early Adults: 18 up to 45 years X Middle Adults: 45 up to 61 years X Late Adults: 61 up to 80 years X Late, Late Adults: 80 years and up Employees in this position must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or service based on the physical, psycho/social, educational, safety, and related criteria appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her assigned service area. Patient Privacy (HIPAA Compliance): Employees in this position have access to protected health information. The protected health information a person in this position can access includes demographics, date of service, insurance/billing, medical record summary information, and all other information that may be contained in patient records. This position requires patient health information to perform the functions outlined as part of this position description. Duties And Responsibilities: Essential (Not Modifiable) Care Coordination Works with the healthcare team to ensure the plan of care is expedited and barriers to efficient throughput are identified and corrected. Creates a plan of care that outlines the key interventions and outcomes to be achieved each day of the inpatient stay. Actively leads multidisciplinary case conferences in developing comprehensive, cost- effective case management plans that span the continuum. Makes independent assessments and recommendations regarding course of action in complex situations and recommendations regarding, such as multi-system or special needs. Identifies and refers quality and risk management concerns to appropriate level for corrective action plans and trending. Proactively solicits physician’s orders for services. Utilization and Resource Management Identifies target Length of Stay (LOS) by assigning a working DRG in MIDAS within 24 hours of admission. Completes an admission review using standardized criteria within 24 hours of admission and documents review outcome. Escalates to the Medical Director when criteria is not met and attending physician disagrees with findings. Completes a continued-stay review according to policy to assure patient is at the appropriate level of care. Monitors the length of stay in comparison with MS-DRG/GMLOS for all patients. Completes concurrent review for specified health plans and includes medical necessity documentation to avoid payor denials. Ensures that the patient is transitioned to the next level of care as quickly as possible once the patient no longer meets clinical criteria for the current level of care. Works with physicians and CDI to ensure that clinical information available in the medical record is accurate and reflects the care rendered to the patient. Collaborates with physicians to determine appropriate levels of care for post hospital care, use of hospital resources, and available community resources. In a timely manner, communicates pertinent information to third-party payers and managed care organization to obtain authorization for care and prevent denials. Reviews, processes, and issues denials to client/responsible party following regulatory guidelines and facility protocols. Informs client/responsible party of right of appeal and the appeal process. Collects data for the appeals process. Identifies avoidable days, intervenes to correct delays, and enters outcomes in MIDAS in a timely manner according to policy and procedure. Uses personal judgment within broad guidelines to initiate review of inappropriate utilization by physicians and follows-through to resolution (e.g., attending, department chair, utilization management medical director). Discharge Planning/Initial Assessment/Development/Evaluation Completes an initial assessment within 24 hours of admission and documents findings in the electronic health record. Reviews initial hospital admission and gathers additional medical, psychosocial and financial data from needs assessment, client/family, physicians, and other health care providers. Determines risk level and identifies client’s service needs. Formulates a discharge plan after completing a face-to-face interview and discusses available/appropriate care options and obtaining input from the patient/family and physician, healthcare team, insurance companies, and community-based support services. Collaborates with physicians to facilitate timely resolution of situations such as client concerns or need for referrals to expedite the discharge plan. Identities potential problems, prevents and/or resolves variances to the case management plan. Effectively deals with resistance and conflict in working with member of the patient care team, physicians, clients, and families. Implements all aspects of the discharge plan of care, intervening in an appropriate and timely basis when difficulties arise. This may require documentation and follow-up with other management staff to ensure effective resolution. Mobilizes resources to effect rapid and timely movement of the patient through the system and promote timely discharge in keeping with quality indicators. Identifies and mobilizes patient’s and family’s strengths to optimize use of healthcare and community resources. In coordination with patient/family wishes, guides/assists in securing needed post discharge services, which may require negotiating for services covered but not readily available. Implements the discharge plan to include all the necessary referrals and authorizations as identified by federal, state, and local insurance regulatory agencies and offers patient choice per regulatory guidelines. Interfaces with Social Work on discharge planning issues for resolution and assures barriers are addressed in a timely manner. Department Operations and Development Actively participates in department meetings and operations, including process development or improvement (e.g., department orientation, internal mentor/training programs and initiates, disease and population management strategies, appropriate measures for evaluation of outcomes) and establishment of department goals, objectives, and budget. Ensures all applicable department and regulatory targets for productivity and department performance process improvement are attained (e.g., hospital length of stay, average cost per discharge, and re-admission rates, etc.). Complies with all reporting requirements for mandated, risk management, and other medical/legal situations consistent with confidentiality policies and department standards. Actively contributes to the development and maintenance of a care delivery system which is sensitive to individual patient needs, promotes effective resource utilization, and supports physician practice, while emphasizing coordination across the continuum. Positively contributes to team’s decision-making process, effectively collaborates with other team members on interdependent tasks, and actively supports implementation of plans to accomplish team objectives. Prepares and conducts presentations to multidisciplinary teams related to special projects, case management, etc. Adheres to department and facility policies and procedures and supports philosophies and initiatives. Maintains accurate, current, and legible patient records using approved forms and format, according to department and entity standards, including patient assessments, plans, interventions, patient/family involvement, outside agency communications, and interdisciplinary contacts. Secondary (Modifiable) Actively participates in ongoing department interviews for Case Managers and Department Assistants, effectively recommending selected applicants for hire. Recommends or provides necessary training to staff. Attends and participates in community-based committees and task forces, when applicable and staff is available. Other duties as assigned. Accommodation: Qualified applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation during the application process by contacting Human Resources at 415-925-7040 or TalentAcquisition@mymarinhealth.org . C.A.R.E.S. Standards: MarinHealth seeks candidates ready to model our C.A.R.E.S. standards—Communication, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, Safety—which foster a healing, trust-based environment for patients and colleagues. Health & Immunizations: To protect employees, patients, and our community, MarinHealth requires measles, mumps, varicella, and annual influenza immunizations as a condition of employment (and annually thereafter). COVID-19 vaccination/booster remains strongly recommended. Medical or religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Compensation: The posted pay range complies with applicable law and reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this role. Individual pay is set by skills, experience, qualifications, and internal/market equity, consistent with MarinHealth’s compensation philosophy. Positions covered by collective bargaining agreements are governed by those agreements. Equal Employment: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status, and any other classifications protected by federal, state, and local laws.

RN

Part-time