Join Cleveland Clinic's South Pointe Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. This community-based teaching hospital is a prominent figure in the communities in and around Cuyahoga County known for its quality patient-centered care and active participation in community programs, events, and volunteer activities. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

　　As a Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager, you will work collaboratively with inter-professional teams across the continuum of care to facilitate and ensure effective transitional care coordination. Essential to this role are the core values of patient advocacy, holistic assessment, care planning and the empowerment of patients and families to self-manage. Case Managers also ensure compliance with the standards of the accrediting bodies, state mandated revised code and the CMS Conditions of Participation.

　　The ideal future caregiver is someone who:

　　Is a Registered Nurse (RN).

　　Is flexible and punctual.

　　Thrives in a team environment.

　　Acts in a compassionate and empathetic manner.

　　By taking this opportunity, you will work with a close-knit team that works well together and believes in assisting each other as much as possible. Case Managers have the opportunity to earn their CCM or ACCM and are reimbursed for recertification.

　　At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.

　　Job Responsibilities:

　　The Care Coordinator promotes inter-professional synchronization throughout the acute episode, and completes effective handoff to the next level of care or community to ensure continuity of care

　　The Care Coordinator proactively assesses, identifies, and works to mitigate the risk posed by barriers to the patients' transitions of care.

　　The Care Coordinator works in partnership with the patient and/or care partner(s) to develop a comprehensive, individualized transitional care plan. Participation and leadership in patient rounding activities, huddles, and committee meetings is expected, where appropriate.

　　The role requires the successful completion of annual competency training, as assigned. Care coordinators are required to obtain certification by an approved entity within one year of eligibility

　　Other duties as assigned.

　　Education:

　　Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing.

　　BSN preferred.

　　Certifications:

　　Current State Licensed Registered Nurse (RN).

　　Certification by an approved entity preferred within one year of eligibility, e.g. CCTM, ACM, CCM. American Heart Association.

　　Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA)

　　Competencies (Complexity of Work):

　　Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

　　Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

　　Work Experience:

　　Minimum of three years of recent RN clinical experience required. Minimum of two years of recent experience in Utilization Review, Quality, or Care Management preferred.

　　Knowledge of acute care regulatory/accreditation requirements preferred. Discharge planning and/or Quality Improvement experience preferred

　　Physical Requirements:

　　Requires full range of motion, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.

　　Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time.

　　Requires normal or corrected hearing and vision to normal range.

　　Sedentary work exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: active or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and /or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

　　Personal Protective Equipment:

　　Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for proceduresSalaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.

　　Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities