Under the general supervision of the Case Management Director, the supervisor of case management serves as a resource for the case management team and other departments. Responsible for providing direct supervision of the case managers.

Essential Functions

• Conducts assessments and document conditions, observations, and actions.
• Supports case management coordination of patient transfers to acute care facilities to ensure compliance with hospital policies/procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with managing the department in a cost-effective manner by utilizing current materials management techniques, maximizing human resources and continuously reevaluating the manner in which services are delivered.
• Coordinates assignment of case management staff to meet required services in each area.
• Supports case management coordination of patient transfers to ensure compliance with hospital policies/procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Directs, coordinates, and provides case management to patients.
• Facilitate patient and/or family counseling sessions; establish goals and care plans.
• Participate as a contributing member, in the discharge planning process.
• Serve as a liaison between hospital departments, to include discharge planning and social service.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required
• Bachelor's degree Preferred

Required Skills

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. 
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Licenses/Certifications

• Professional Registered Nursing licensure in state of WY.
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Minimum Work Experience

• Three (3) years of acute care experience
• Previous Case Management experience

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