Care Transition Nurse (RN) - Population Health

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

In the capacity of a Care Transition Nurse/Registered Nurse (RN), provide and facilitate coordination of services during the acute care stay and the transition to Ambulatory/Community and/or post-acute setting for identified eligible patients. Work directly with the patient, family/support members, inpatient case management team, and interdisciplinary care team members during admission for appropriate utilization of services, length of stay and safe discharge plan. Coordinate transition services with providers at and after discharge to ensure safe and effective placement in the community and work in conjunction with ambulatory care coordination team for creation and execution of effective plan of care.

***This position is primarily remote/work from home. Hire must be able to go onsite up to 20% to support the Cincinnati, Ohio (OH) market.

Essential Job Functions

• Identify, enroll and manage patients experiencing a transition from the acute care setting to the community setting.
• Meet productivity standards related to outreach to identified eligible patients in a timely manner.
• Develop and implement transition care plans to maximize healthcare outcomes, interrupt negative disease trajectories to avoid decline in clinical status, and facilitate safe placement in clinically appropriate care settings post discharge.
• Perform medication review and work with members of the care team (including the patient) prior to and immediately after discharge to address discrepancies or issues in medications prescribed.
• Collaborate with Hospitalists, post-acute facilities and Ambulatory Care Coordinators to effectively implement a patient-centered care plan.
• Perform patient outreach according to established protocols and document in electronic medical record.
• Identify, execute, and track needed referrals to care and community resources.
• Provide resource management to improve care, patient experience and reduce unnecessary cost and utilization: right care, right place, right time.
• Collaborate with Post- Acute Facilities for planning and coordinating safe and appropriate transitions for patients.
• Begin and/or facilitate conversations for Advanced Care Planning during care transition process.
• Screen for ongoing case management needs and perform warm transfer to ACM if appropriate
• Document all communications with patient and/or care team in electronic medical record.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Employment Qualifications

Education Qualifications:

Associate’s Degree in Nursing (required)

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) (preferred)

Licensing/ Certifications:

Registered Nurse with active License in State of Patient Care (required)

Case Management certification (preferred)

Minimum Qualifications:

2-3 years acute care, home health or case management experience (required)

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skills. Strong analytical, data management and computer skills (required)
• Demonstrated success in improving the health of a distinct population of patients in the ambulatory or community setting (preferred)

Patient Population

The following must be included in all position descriptions that involve direct or indirect patient care. This is a JCAHO requirement. Also select the age of the patient population served:

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.  

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

Neonates (0-4 weeks)

Adolescents (13-17 years)

Infant (1-12 months)

Adults (18-64 years).

Pediatrics (1-12 years)

Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. 

What we offer

•   Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

•   Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts

•   Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders

•   Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

Care Coordination - Population Health Service Organization

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.