What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Advocate Specialist position at Albany Medical Center?
Career Overview
We are seeking a skilled Nurse Case Manager to join our care management team. As a key member of our interdisciplinary team, this individual will be responsible for coordinating patient care across the continuum, ensuring seamless transitions between hospital stays, home care, and community resources.
Key Accountabilities:
- Care Coordination: Collaborate with patients, families, and healthcare providers to develop and implement comprehensive care plans that meet the unique needs of each patient.
- Utilization Review: Conduct thorough assessments to identify opportunities for optimizing patient outcomes, reducing length of stay, and minimizing unnecessary expenses.
- Quality Improvement: Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient satisfaction, reduce readmissions, and promote evidence-based practice.
Requirements:
- Education: Current RN licensure required; Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
- Experience: Minimum three years of clinical experience in an acute care setting; case management or utilization review experience highly valued.
- Certifications: PRI and Case Management certifications preferred.
