RN Jobs in Westminster, CA

Case Management Nurse II - FT Days

Torrance Memorial Medical Center Torrance, CA

$55.56 - $85.96 / hour

Under supportive supervision, the Case Management Nurse II position supports the physician and interdisciplinary team in the provision of patient care, with the underlying objective of enhancing the quality of clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction while managing the cost of care and providing timely and accurate information to payers. The role integrates and coordinates utilization management, transitions of care, and discharge planning functions. The Level II RN Case Manager is accountable for a designated patient caseload and plans effectively in order to ensure patients receive the right care in the most appropriate setting, manage the length of stay, and promote efficient utilization of resources. Core Competencies Adheres to policies, procedures, and standards of practice to deliver safe and optimal care Complies with Joint Commission’s national patient safety goals Complies with organizational quality dashboard/benchmarking goals Maintains regulatory compliance consistent with quality standards and ethical obligations of the profession Participates in activities in alignment with the Magnet Model Participates in organizational committees, task forces and/or projects including presentation of project reports, committee recommendations, and task force activities at the unit level. Participates in Peer Review Participates in professional development activities Performs as a preceptor in an active and engaged manner Provides patient and family education throughout the care of patient Provides age specific and culturally competent discharge planning to all patients. Utilizes resources in an economical manner Department Specific Competencies Assesses, analyzes, synthesizes data gathered and develops an initial discharge plan. Collaborates/communicates with the multidisciplinary care team throughout the continuum of care. Ensures appropriate utilization management by analyzing and synthesizing clinical documentation, and collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to ensure patients are receiving the right care, in the right place at the most appropriate level of care. Establishes the patient/family/case manager relationship and determines their readiness to engage in the discharge planning process. Maintains a working relationship with ancillary departments, external case managers and post-acute care providers. Screens / identifies patients that may benefit from professional case management services. Uses critical thinking to formulate and carry out a discharge plan according to the patient’s needs. Utilizes the Electronic Health Record to ensure timely, accurate and complete documentation of assessments, referrals, and variances in care. Education Degree Program Associates Nursing Experience Number of Years Experience Type of Experience 1 Recent Acute Case Management experience 5 Nursing Clinical experience Additional Information or 1+ year(s) of comparable experience (such as a clinical liaison, clinical navigator) License / Certification Requirements Registered Nurse License BCLS or ACLS Certification Compensation Range: $55.56 - $85.96 / Hour #LI-KC1

RN

Other

2 weeks ago

Registered Nurse

AHMC Healthcare San Gabriel, CA

Overview Assesses patient/family health problems and resources, takes a leadership role in the development, implementation and outcomes evaluation of a plan for nursing care provided by the nursing team. Provides technical nursing care and interventions to designated patient populations. This position requires providing service to a one or more age populations including an ill neonate through geriatric patient population in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served. Admission coordination, make nursing assignments, coordinate shift activities and quality control functions This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of San Gabriel Valley Medical Center. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values. The employee shall support San Gabriel Valley Medical Center’s strategic plan and the goals and direction of the Performance Improvement Plan (PIP). Responsibilities · Provides local wound care as ordered. · Applies dressings as ordered or as appropriate to the type of wound. · Documents nursing interventions using the FOCUS charting format. · Demonstrates knowledge of procedures and post-care. · Follows established protocols for patients at high risk for suicide or unpredictable behavior. · Follows established protocols for patients at high risk for falls and skin breakdown. · Follows appropriate Code Blue notification procedures. · Functions in a Code Blue quickly and calmly providing CPR, administering and documenting medications/interventions accurately. · Effectively prioritizes clinical interventions and care. · Communicates significant changes in patient’s condition/status in a timely manner. · Understands actions, side-effects, contra-indications of drugs. · Follows five “rights” of medication administration. · Adheres to medication policies, practices and standards. · Administers medication, intravenous therapy and fluid management only on physician request and guidance. · Obtains necessary training prior to initial equipment use. · Assures equipment is in operating order prior to use. · Differentiates between patient complications and equipment malfunction. · Uses the following equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s operating instructions, including but not limited to: · IV Pump · Glucoscan · PCA Pump · Tube Feeding Pump · Chest Tube Suction · Defibrillator · Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education/Training/Experience Graduate of a RN School of Nursing Excellent written and verbal communication skills Bilingual (English/Spanish/Vietnamese/Chinese) preferred Computer skills Licenses/Certifications Current California RN License Current BLS, ACLS, PALS Card Current MAB Certification NIH Certification – within 90 days of hire