RN, Case Manager, Full Time, Days

Nestled on the Central California Coast, Adventist Health Sierra Vista has been providing care to our community since 1959. Our 162-bed acute care facility includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and county designated trauma center. San Luis Obispo offers the excitement of a lively community while being a fifteen-minute drive from the serenity of Avila Beach, known for their natural hot springs, and Pismo Beach, known for their sand dunes and eucalyptus trees. Featuring a charming downtown, comfortable coastal weather, idyllic views, and an active lifestyle San Luis Obispo offers much to be had.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is represented by the CNA union. Assesses appropriateness of admission status and level of care, using InterQual criteria.  Provides discharge planning services, coordinating with patients, families, and community agencies.  Collaborates with medical staff in assuring appropriate utilization of hospital resources and expediting high quality patient care. Ten-hour shifts with an occasional weekend in rotation.  Knowledge of InterQual criteria and Medicare Conditions of Participation preferred.  Basic computer skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and navigating the Internet are necessary.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education and Work Experience:

• Associate's degree: Required
• Bachelor's degree: Preferred
•  3-5 years of nursing experience in an acute care hospital setting: Required
• Recent experience in utilization review, discharge planning, and/or inpatient case management: Preferred 
• Knowledge and use of InterQual criteria: Preferred  
• Basic computer skills in WORD, EXCEL, opening and sending an email, and navigating the internet: Preferred
• Knowledge of Medicare and Medi-Cal conditions of participation: Preferred        

Licenses and Certifications:

• BLS: Required
• California RN License: Required

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.