RN-Field Case Mgr - Baton Rouge, LA Job
Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Description: Coventry Health Care is looking of RN-Field Case Mgr - Baton Rouge, LA Job right now, this occupation will be placed in Louisiana. For complete informations about this occupation opportunity kindly read the description below. Description:
GENERAL SUMMARY : Responsible for assessing and analyzing an injured employee to evaluate the medical and vocational ne! edsrequired to facilitate the patient's appropriate and timely return to work. Acts as a liaison with patient/family,employer, provider(s), insurance companies, and healthcare personnel. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Ø Assesses and analyzes an injured employee's medical and vocational status. Develops a plan of care tofacilitate the patient's appropriate and timely return to work.Ø Interviews patient's in their homes, work-sites, or physician's office to provide ongoing case managementservices.Ø Monitors patient progress toward desired outcomes through assessment and evaluation.Ø Communicates both in-person and telephonically with patient, medical providers, attorneys, employersand insurance carriers. Prepares all required documentation of case work activities.Ø May arrange referrals, consultations and therapeutic services for patients. Confers with specialistsconcerning course of care and treatment.Ø Develops and administers educational and prevention programs.Ø Applie! s all laws and regulations that apply to the provision of reha! bilitation services. Applies all specialinstructions required by individual insurance carriers and referral sources.Ø Testifies as required to substantiate any relevant case work or reports.Ø Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
JOB SPECIFICATIONS Ø Registered nurse with current state RN license.Ø Previous (3 or more years) case management experience required.Ø Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.Ø CCM, CRRN, COHN, or CDMS eligibility or current certification encouraged. These designations arerequired where dictated by state law.Ø Knowledge of laws and regulations governing delivery of rehabilitation services.Ø Knowledge of workers' compensation and disability industryØ Strong problem solving and analytical skills.Ø Ability to work independently, requires working from home office.Ø Strong computer skills with MS Office: Word, Excel and Outlook. Requires the use of a laptop computer and smart phone. Able to comple! te automated files.Ø Regular, daily local travel required.Ø Professional communication skills both written and verbal. Bi-lingual in Spanish is preferred.Good time management, organizational, and interpersonal skills.Coventry Health Care is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to building a talented and diverse team.
Job: Professionals
Primary Location: Baton Rouge, LA, US
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Organization: 43000 - CHC Workers Compensation
Schedule: Full-time
Job Posting: 2013-10-23 00:00:00.0
Job ID: 1313374
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This occupation will be opened on: Wed, 23 Oct 2013 18:05:12 GMT
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