What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Assessment Specialist position at Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital?
Job Description
The Patient Assessment Specialist will be responsible for assessing patients for level of care, appropriateness for admission or observation, HLOC transfers, discharge assistance, and follow up care as appropriate in collaboration with the ED care management team and Social Work Department.
Key Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor degree in nursing required, Master degree in related area preferred.
- Experience: Five years acute care hospital, health plan, and/or ancillary services required, prior supervisory or management experience in a clinical role required.
- Certifications: RN license required, CCM or ACM certification required within 2 years of hire, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
