RN Case Manager II, Part-Time, Weekends at University of Maryland Medical System

Company Description

“Your Health, Our Passion: The Medical Heart of Maryland”

Welcome to Baltimore, Maryland - a vibrant city full of opportunity and culture! Located on the beautiful Chesapeake Bay, it is a city known for its' rich history, diverse neighborhoods, and thriving arts and entertainment districts. 

Steeped in history with iconic landmarks, such as Fort McHenry, the birthplace of the Star-Spangled Banner. Explore cobblestone streets, charming row houses and historic neighborhoods like Fell Point and Mount Vernon.

Whether indulging in Maryland blue crabs, cheering on teams like the Ravens and Orioles, enjoying outdoor activities at the Inner Harbor or attending a variety of annual festivals - the city provides "Home Away from Home - A Legacy of Caring, a Future of Healing!"

With treating over 330,000 patients every year, the University of Maryland Medical Center is at the vital core of Maryland’s health care system and community. We are known for our prestigious expertise in innovative research and education, along with the talented staff and advanced centers that drive forth innovation, collaboration and exceptional care.

We provide a comprehensive scope of care with the following groundbreaking medical advancement: 

• The R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, the world’s first center dedicated to trauma, treats more than 7,500 critically injured patients a year with an incredible 97 percent survival rate.
• The nation’s largest kidney and pancreas transplant programs at The Joseph and Corinne Schwartz Division of Transplantation, home to Maryland’s first steroid-free protocol and pancreas/kidney transplant.
• Our National Cancer Institute-designated UM Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Cancer Center to The University of Maryland’s Children’s Hospital, one of the largest pediatric centers in the state, we are dedicated to saving and transforming lives.

Job Description

As a Case Manager, you will provide care coordination and discharge planning for an assigned patient caseload. You will assess individual patient needs, coordinate and implement care plans, and monitor and evaluate outcomes across the continuum of care.  This will include:

• Patient Assessment: Assess assigned patients and integrate psychosocial assessments within the multidisciplinary team.

• Risk Management: Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to identify potential and actual risks to recovery and formulate plans to determine the appropriate level of care upon discharge.

• Discharge Planning: Develop and coordinate the implementation of Discharge Plan A and alternative Plan B, including documentation in the medical record.

• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work with physicians, nursing, social work, and other disciplines, departments, payers, and agencies to eliminate barriers to efficient care delivery in the appropriate setting.

• Transition Facilitation: Facilitate timely transition plans.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Licensure: Registered Nurse or equivalent health care license in the state of Maryland (required)
• Experience: Minimum of 12 months as a case manager (required)

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.