Inpatient Registered Nurse or Social Worker (MSW) Care Manager
Company: St. Luke's University Health Network
Location: Coaldale
Posted on: May 26, 2023
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Job Description:
St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of
its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable
asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to
satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering
commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured;
educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and
improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a
patient's ability to pay for health care.The Registered Nurse or
Social Worker Care Manager is responsible for coordinating the
complex discharge planning needs of patients, as well as to provide
supportive counseling, psycho-social assessment and interventions
for designated patient populations across the continuum of care.
Also works with the providers, registered nurse care managers,
social workers, and multi-disciplinary care teams to facilitate the
achievement of desired patient, quality, and financial
outcomes.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:
Sitting for one to two hours at a time, walk on all surfaces for up
to five hours a day, and climb stairs. Must be capable of driving a
car and have the ability to finger and handle objects frequently.
Occasionally firmly grasp, twist, and turn objects with hands and
fingers. May be required to lift, carry, push, and/or pull objects
weighing up to 75 pounds. Occasionally stoops, bends, squats,
kneels and reaches above shoulder level. Staff must have the
ability to hear as it relates to normal conversations and high and
low frequencies and to touch as related to telephone and computer
keyboard.
EDUCATION:
MSW or equivalent from an accredited school of social work. Current
NJ SW license if working at St. Luke's Warren Campus. May hire per
diem BSW's currently in school within 6 months of completing MSW.
If primary coverage area is OB, membership in the National
Organization of Perinatal Social Workers is required.
OR:
Graduate of professional nursing program. Registered Nurse with
current license to practice in the State of Pennsylvania or seeking
Pennsylvania licensure through reciprocity. NJ RN licensure
required for Warren Campus. Advanced degree preferred. BSN required
or obtained within 3 years of hire, MSN and/or Case Management
Certification preferred.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Preference is for at least two years of experience as an RN or
Social Worker in an acute hospital setting. Previous care
management experience is preferred. Strong critical thinking
skills. Ability to maintain collaborative and effective working
relationships. Able to assert needs to patients, families,
physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary team while
maintaining established rapport and relationships. Knowledge of
medical terminology required. Ability to communicate both verbally
and in written forms. Basic computer skills required.
Please complete your application using your full legal name and
-current home address. -Be sure to -include -employment history for
-the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. -
Additionally, you are -encouraged to upload a current resume,
including all work history, education, and/or certifications and
-licenses, if applicable. -It is highly recommended that you create
a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.
-Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!
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