Job Summary and Responsibilities
Qualified external applicants with at least six months of direct RN experience are eligible for a $20,000 sign-on bonus! *****
RN Case Managers may be eligible for a relocation bonus up to $8,000. Ask a recruitment team member for more information to learn more!
You have a purpose, unique talents and NOW is the time to embrace it, live it and put it to work. We value incredible people with incredible skills - but your commitment to a greater cause is something we value even more. This is the heartbeat of our organization and your time will be spent in a supportive, team environment with resources to help you flourish and leaders who care about your success.
The RN Care Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the progression of care and discharge planning for identified patients requiring these services. The RN Care Coordinator performs this role to meet the individual's health needs while promoting quality of care, cost effective outcomes and by following hospital policies, standards of practice and Federal and State regulations. The position's emphasis will be on care coordination, communication and collaboration with utilization management, nursing, physicians, ancillary departments, insurers and post acute service providers to progress the care toward optimal outcomes at the appropriate level of care. The RN Care Coordinator advocates for the patient and family by identifying, valuing, and addressing patient choice, spiritual needs, cultural, language and socioeconomic barriers to care transitions. In addition, the RN Care Coordinator strives to enhance the patient experience.
Job Requirements
In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:
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Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing
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Nursing Diploma or Associates Degree in Nursing required, BSN preferred
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RN License in Applicable State of Employment required
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Minimum two (2) years of acute hospital clinical experience or a Master's degree in Case Management or Nursing field in lieu of acute experience.
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At least five years of total nursing experience required.
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Certified Case Manager (CCM), Accredited Case Manager (ACM-RN), or UM Certification preferred.
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Experience working with EMR preferred.
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Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards strongly preferred.
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BLS from the American Heart Association required within three months of hire if located within hospital
Physical Requirements - Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)
Where You'll Work
Penrose-St. Francis Health Services is a full-service, 712-bed acute care provider in Colorado Springs comprising Penrose Hospital, St. Francis Hospital and St Francis Hospital - Interquest. St. Francis Hospital opened in 2008 to keep pace with the growing needs of the Colorado Springs' community on the north side of the city. St. Francis Hospital features 340-beds and offers a modern Birth Center, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Cancer Center, Emergency Department, Level III Trauma Center, Imaging Services, Acute Inpatient Rehab, Surgical Services and Critical Care Unit. It also serves as southern Colorado's home base for the Flight For Life Colorado air medical transport service. It's an incredible time to join us as we celebrate recognition with Magnet Hospital designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for superior quality in nursing care. With more than 300 days of annual sunshine, mild winters and easy-to-access recreational areas including Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods and some of Colorado's top destination resorts, you will enjoy an incredible lifestyle while having the career you've always wanted.
Pay Range
$34.14 - $61.23 /hour
We are an equal opportunity employer.
