Location Address: 1000 Waterman Way Tavares, Florida 32778
Top Reasons to Work at AdventHealth Waterman
Immediate Health Insurance Coverage
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Great benefits such as: Onsite daycare, educational reimbursement
Career growth and advancement potential
High quality of life with low cost of living just outside of Orlando, Florida
Work Hours/Shift:
Full Time/ Day
You Will Be Responsible For:
Supports and facilitates hospital goals for capacity management and length of stay (LOS)
Works with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to develop, activate and efficiently facilitate patient treatment and discharge plans. Evaluates the potential for unplanned readmissions
Coordinates the integration of case management functions into the patient care, discharge planning processes in collaboration with the physician, other hospital departments, external service organizations, agencies and healthcare facilities
Identification and tracking of avoidable internal, external and physician delays
Meets with patients/families to discuss realistic and appropriate discharge options and providers to coordinate the discharge plan. Identifies and resolves potential barriers to plan achievement
Demonstrates knowledge in admission and continued stay criteria for inpatient and observation in order to facilitate proper patient placement across the healthcare continuum
Applies knowledge of local, state and federal programs to expedite discharge while maintaining sound stewardship of healthcare resources
Demonstrates and encourages positive interpersonal relations with the patient/family, physicians, community agencies, and other members of the health care team. Maintains open communication
Leads and/or participates in weekly unit interdisciplinary discharge meetings (ICPC) along with hospital LOS meetings for complex patients
Documents clear/concise discharge assessments/plans in patient’s electronic medical record via Cerner Care Manager
Maintains clinical competency and current knowledge of community resources and payor requirements to perform job responsibilities
Assists with departmental Performance Improvement initiatives
Maintains computer proficiency to perform/complete work assignments including the electronic medical record, Care Manager, and Outlook e-mail/calendar management
Exhibits organizational skills, flexibility, and teamwork
Provides necessary coverage and assistance with other duties within the department when needed
Qualifications
What You Will Need:
Active Florida State License as a Registered Nurse or LPN
Minimum 2 years recent acute care experience
Minimum of an additional 2 years of experience in healthcare related fields
Active Florida State License as a Registered Nurse or LPN
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations.
Interpersonal skills that promote teamwork
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Effective organizational skills
Proficiency in the daily use of standard office equipment such as computer, phone, fax, copier, etc. and sill in utilizing Microsoft Work and Outlook tools
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (preferred)
Minimum of 2 years of utilization review/case management experience and a minimum of 1 year of experience in discharge planning in an acute care setting is highly desirable(preferred)
Case Management certification highly desirable ACM (Accredited Case Manager; CCM (certified case manager), RN-BC (board certified in case man
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
AdventHealth Greater Orlando (formerly Florida Hospital) is one of the largest faith-based health care providers in the United States. For 150 years, we have carried on a tradition of providing whole-person care that not only addresses patients' physical ailments, but also supports their emotional and spiritual well-being. We demonstrate the same level of compassion and care for our employees as well, doing all that we can to help them realize their full potential – both personally and professionally.