Care Manager/Readmission Prevention - Per Diem (REMOTE)

Job description

Care Manager/Readmission Prevention - Per Diem (REMOTE) POSITION SUMMARY: At Stony Brook Southampton Hospital the Care Manager Readmission Prevention position must have both hospital and transitional care experience. The CMRP is directed at assessing and identifying adult hospitalized patients who may be at high risk for readmission. This RN must have good clinical and communication skills to address the needs of the patient and caregiver throughout their hospital stay, with continued follow-up at home or when transitioned from rehab. RESPONSIBILITIES: Active participant in Readmission Committee. - Prior experience with Care Management, Utilization Management, or discharge planning. - Assesses High-Risk patients for Readmission. - Follows all readmitted patients in the ED or on the units. - Understands levels of care including Inpatient, Observation, Emergency Room, and Outpatient. - Understand the importance of readmission prevention and LOS reduction. - Knowledge of high-risk readmission criteria and diagnosis (HF, stroke, COPD). - Understand insurance coverage and authorization. - Effectively works with the interdisciplinary team regarding the transition of care including Case M...