Case Manager (Nex)

Location:Medical Center - Fort WorthDepartment:Case ManagementShift:First Shift (United States of America)Standard Weekly Hours:24Summary:The RN Case Manager (Nex) is responsible for coordinating the longitudinal care of patients with complex medical, social, and psychological needs. They serve as the primary liaison between the patient, the medical providers, and the insurance/benefit system. The goal is to promote optimal patient outcomes, prevent unnecessary hospital readmissions, and ensure that resources are utilized effectively while advocating for the patient's specific health goals.Experience:* 3 years of experience in one or a combination of the following: specialty nursing (which may include NICU, PICU, CICU, Cardiology, Endocrinology et.), case management, care coordination, utilization review, patient intake, discharge planning and troubleshooting fund resources, quality assurance, clinical pathways, continuous quality improvement, or state and federal health plans or commercial insurance plans in a clinical or managed care environment.Education:* Associate's in nursing.Certification/Licensure:* Active, unrestricted Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license.* BLS for Healthcare ProvidersAbout Us:Cook Children's Medical Center is the cornerstone of Cook Children's, and offers advanced technologies, research and treatments, surgery, rehabilitation and ancillary services all designed to meet children's needs.Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.