Registered Nurse, RN- Case Manager- Emergency Department, Full Time Evening Schedule
Company: Lowell General Hospital
Location: Lowell
Posted on: February 3, 2025
Job Description:
At Tufts Medicine, we're saving lives, building careers, and
reimagining healthcare. Ready to grow with us? -If you are a Case
Manager, that enjoys working with complex cases that require strong
problem-solving skills, this is an exceptional opportunity to work
close to home with a 3-time Magnet recognized, community hospital.
- - -Position Summary:The Case Manager -is responsible and
accountable for the management of care for an assigned patient
population by service line and across the continuum of care. The
Case Manager, works to achieve daily clinical, quality, and cost
outcomes by providing well-coordinated experiences for
patients/families through the synchronization of care activities of
multiple disciplines and negotiation with third-party payers.
- Serves as a liaison between the patients to community
resources, providers, and supports a smooth transition from
emergency department to home or continued care facility, with a
goal of patient satisfaction, continuity of care across the
continuum, avoiding unnecessary admissions, and reducing and/or
eliminating readmissions.
- Performs services according to the policies, procedures,
philosophy, and objectives of the department and the hospital.
- Works cooperatively within the hospital emergency department to
create a system of quality healthcare.
- The ED Case Manager has critical thinking skills and can plan,
implement, and evaluate individual patient care programs.
- The ED Case Manager has strong interdisciplinary communication
skills and can provide emotional stability to cope with human
suffering, emergencies, and other stressors. - -
- Demonstrates use of clinical skills and expertise in emergency
department and/or acute care nursing, discharge planning, and
post-hospital follow-up care with providers and home services.
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- Serves as a liaison and patient advocate in navigating the
healthcare system.
- Provides patient education and support utilizing knowledge of
adult learning competencies and education resources to support
complete, connected, and comprehensive care.
- Communicates effectively with diverse audiences including
professional staff, patients, community resources, and other
services as needed.
- Possesses knowledge of supportive care principles and managed
care.
- Ability to prioritize patient needs and offer guidance to
achieve optimal continuity of care.Hours: - Evening Schedule
3-11:30pmNo weekends or holidays! Location: Main Campus, 295 Varnum
Ave Lowell, MAJob DescriptionMinimum Qualifications:1.
Massachusetts RN Licensure.2. 3 Years of RN Experience.3. Current
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.4. Bachelor of Science in
Nursing (BSN).What We Offer: -
- Competitive salaries & benefits
- Clinical Advancement Program -which provides advancement
opportunities and financial rewards -
- 403(b) retirement plan with match
- Shared governance: Nurses are involved in all decisions.
- Tuition reimbursement
- Clinical mobility tracks
- Free on-campus parking -Magnet Designation: -The -American
Nurses Credentialing Center -(ANCC) honored Lowell General Hospital
with Magnet Recognition for excellence in nursing care with our 3rd
designation achieved in August 2020. The Magnet Recognition Program
recognizes healthcare organizations that are dedicated to nursing
excellence, professionalism and patient-focused care. It is the
highest level of recognition an organization can receive for
providing the very best quality in patient care. Only 2% of
hospitals have attained a 3rd -Magnet designation. - - -About
Lowell GeneralFor more than 125 years, Lowell General has served
the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate
care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a three-time
Magnet --recognized community hospital. As a member of our team,
you'll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete,
connected care, when and where patients need it most. -About Tufts
MedicineA healthcare system that works Tufts Medicine is more than
a health system - we're a community that empowers people to live
their best lives by reimagining healthcare, advancing knowledge and
pioneering discovery. Every team member plays an integral role in
realizing our vision of creating the most equitable and
frictionless healthcare experience in the world. Here, you'll join
an enthusiastic community that champions your growth and receive
generous benefits to support you and your family's well-being.Tufts
Medicine -is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing
together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver
exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers
across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell
General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial
Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network,
and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity
employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts
Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic
information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity
and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic
protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that
individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation
to participate in the job application or interview process, to
perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and
privileges of employment. Please contact us to request
accommodation by emailing us at .
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