Open Position: RN - Patient Care Coordinator

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $3073.20

Opportunity:

Care Coordinator

Job Details:

* Coordinate care and services for assigned patients during an episode of illness or treatment in collaboration with patients, families, physicians, patient care teams, and payors
* Utilize advanced clinical skills to facilitate care through assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation principles of the nursing process
* Promote and evaluate effective utilization of resources using current clinical knowledge and awareness of community services
* Evaluate and analyze quality and utilization cases, admission and discharge criteria, observation and one-day stays, readmissions within 30 days, Medicare, and diagnosis related criteria
* Participate in ongoing outlier review
* May be assigned to the Emergency Department as needed
* Advocate for patients and families throughout the entire episode of care
* Maintain availability to patients and families as a resource to facilitate communication among providers and monitor services rendered
* Remain involved until the patient is discharged or appropriately transferred to an acute care setting or alternate level of care
* Initiate appropriate clinical pathways based on admission diagnosis and serve as a resource person for utilization management purposes
* At least one year of recent Case Management experience in an acute care setting required
* Current California licensure required
* Current CPR certification required

Facility:

This acute care medical center is a full-service healthcare facility dedicated to providing high-quality patient care across a wide range of medical specialties. The facility operates a robust care coordination program that works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, nurses, and payors to ensure efficient and cost-effective patient care. The organization is committed to excellence in patient outcomes and supports a team-oriented environment that values effective communication and resource management.

Location:

Chico, CA

Chico offers a vibrant college-town atmosphere in Northern California's scenic Sacramento Valley, known for its beautiful Bidwell Park, warm climate, and a thriving arts and dining scene. The area provides an excellent quality of life with access to outdoor recreation, including hiking, cycling, and water activities, making it a wonderful destination for healthcare professionals seeking both professional growth and an active lifestyle.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Noor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Physicial Requirements:

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, which may include standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physicial demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.