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Penn State Health - Milton S. Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA:Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 0.90
Shift: Day
Hours: 8:00a - 8:00p (Fri, Sat, Sun)
Recruiter Contact: Jenna Spangler at jspangler2@pennstateheatlh.psu.edu

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Functions as part of an interdisciplinary team to maintain continuity of patient care for identified patient populations from portal of entry to discharge, utilizes appropriate criteria for determining the appropriate level of care for the patient, offers alternative care settings when appropriate, and care plans for timely discharges. Responsible for coordinating patient's clinical plan of care guided by Patients/Families, Physician Providers, and other members of the interdisciplinary team while adhering to guidelines and contracts from regulatory bodies and insurers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Three (3) years of related experience required. 

Five (5) years of direct care nursing experience required. 

Active license to practice as an RN in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

Previous experience in case management, care coordination, outcomes management or discharge planning preferred. 

Certification in case management from a nationally recognized organization preferred.

If chosen for this position, you may required to pass a Post Offer Employment Physical Exam in accordance with the measurements listed in the Work Task Analysis (WTA) report. This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, martial status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 7:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, email hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.

Union: Non Bargained