The Case Manager coordinates all authorizations and reauthorizations for patient services, identifies care needs for safe and appropriate discharge planning, ensures compliance with third-party payers, and acts as Utilization Review liaison with Health Information Management (HIM).
Registered Nurse or a Social Worker
Current WY RN license or a bachelor's in social work
Two to three years' experience in hospital setting preferred
Experience with hospital, SNF, and health plan-based case management systems preferred
Assist with the development, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of the Case Management System, including collaboration with clinical departments and community resources.
Direct, coordinate, and deliver case management for patients, including assessment of needs, planning interventions, monitoring effectiveness, and maintaining required documentation.
Identify, refer, and facilitate admissions to Transitional Care Center (TCC) and other appropriate referral organizations, monitoring criteria and readiness.
Prepare, update, and maintain records, reports, and written transfer/discharge plans, following all regulatory and institutional requirements.
Establish and maintain external relationships with referral sources, insurers, vendors, and external case managers, ensuring effective communication and care continuity.
Maintain a professional commitment, flexibility, and current knowledge of relevant guidelines, CEU credits, and resources for case management and discharge planning.
Promote effective working relationships, foster a supportive team environment, participate in meetings, and support the hospital’s mission and policies.