What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Case Manager position at Kirby Medical Center?
Location: Monticello, Illinois
Shift: Days 8:30am-5:00pm
Schedule: M-F with every other Saturday On-call rotation
Job Summary:
Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the needs of patients for discharge planning and utilization review. This includes those who may have Medicare, Medicaid, HMO or private insurance to cover their stay at various levels of care. Discharge planning is coordinated with physicians, nursing, patient and significant others who have an ongoing relationship with the patient. Case management duties include discharge planning and require detailed knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid coverage and that of HMO or private insurers.
Benefits:
- 40 hours of PTO effective date of hire
- Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance effective date of hire
- Generous 401(k) match effective after 90 days
- Quality/Goal incentive annually
- Free Wellness Program
Regulatory Requirements:
- Current Registered Nurse licensure in State of Illinois, or a baccalaureate degree (or higher) in Social Work.
- Is a motivated, independent individual who can organize workload so that all functions are completed appropriately.
- Working knowledge of criteria for Medicare, Medicaid, HMO and private insurance coverage.
- Experience in providing patient care.
Since 1941, Kirby Medical Center has been the premier provider of healthcare in Piatt County and surrounding areas. We are committed and proud to provide quality and compassionate healthcare services to people in need. Our values-based culture, employee engagement, and award-winning healthcare have driven the success of our organization. Kirby Medical Center is an independent, not-for-profit hospital located on a beautiful campus in Monticello, IL with satellite clinics in Atwood, & Cerro Gordo, IL. Kirby Medical Center offers an outstanding benefits package and state-of-the-art medical equipment. Ideal candidates enjoy a workplace where compassion, positive attitudes, respect, excellence, and stewardship are on display every day.
