La Rabida Children's Hospital
Case Manager - Inpatient
La Rabida Children's Hospital, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Company Description:
La Rabida Children’s Hospital provides specialized, family-centered health care to children with medically complex conditions, disabilities, and chronic illness. Through expertise, compassion, and advocacy we help children and their families reach their fullest potential, regardless of their ability to pay. Our not-for-profit hospital licensed for 49 beds helps transition children from neonatal or pediatric intensive care to home by providing medical, rehabilitative and developmental care, training families to continue treatments, and managing equipment in the home. La Rabida also offers extensive rehabilitation, forensic and treatment services, comprehensive assessments, early intervention, and care coordination services for medically complex children covered by a health plan.
Job Summary The Inpatient Case Manager coordinates and manages care for pediatric patients and their families throughout the hospitalization and discharge process. This role works closely with families, medical providers, and community partners to ensure patients receive appropriate care, education, and support while meeting La Rabida standards and policies.
Essential Functions
Coordinate and manage day-to-day case management activities for pediatric patients and families
Collaborate with patients, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams to develop and update individualized plans of care
Assess patient and family needs, including medical, developmental, and educational needs
Provide education and resources to families to support care and discharge planning
Monitor patient progress and modify care plans as needed, including follow-up between hospitalizations or clinic visits
Serve as a liaison between the hospital, families, and external agencies or service providers
Assist with care coordination documentation, including treatment plans, prescriptions, and school or service forms
Act as a clinical resource to staff and community partners within areas of expertise
Track and document patient outcomes and participate in quality improvement initiatives
Qualifications Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Required.
Master of Science in Nursing preferred.
Related Work Experience
3 years experience in pediatric nursing required.
1 year experience in Case Management or a clinical specialty preferred.
Licensure/Certification
Current IL Professional Nursing License
APN license if appropriate
Certification in Pediatric Nursing, Case Management, or Clinical Specialty preferred.
CPR required (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted).
Specialized Knowledge And Skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; demonstrated knowledge and expertise in pediatrics and any clinical specialty.
Demonstrated knowledge, expertise, and the ability to teach various healthcare topics to families.
Organized and motivated self-starter who can work independently while collaborating effectively as a team member with other healthcare professionals.
Experience in Microsoft Office, Word/Excel required.
Ability to speak Spanish fluently highly desirable.
Commitment to La Rabida’s Mission.
La Rabida Children’s Hospital is very proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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La Rabida Children’s Hospital provides specialized, family-centered health care to children with medically complex conditions, disabilities, and chronic illness. Through expertise, compassion, and advocacy we help children and their families reach their fullest potential, regardless of their ability to pay. Our not-for-profit hospital licensed for 49 beds helps transition children from neonatal or pediatric intensive care to home by providing medical, rehabilitative and developmental care, training families to continue treatments, and managing equipment in the home. La Rabida also offers extensive rehabilitation, forensic and treatment services, comprehensive assessments, early intervention, and care coordination services for medically complex children covered by a health plan.
Job Summary The Inpatient Case Manager coordinates and manages care for pediatric patients and their families throughout the hospitalization and discharge process. This role works closely with families, medical providers, and community partners to ensure patients receive appropriate care, education, and support while meeting La Rabida standards and policies.
Essential Functions
Coordinate and manage day-to-day case management activities for pediatric patients and families
Collaborate with patients, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams to develop and update individualized plans of care
Assess patient and family needs, including medical, developmental, and educational needs
Provide education and resources to families to support care and discharge planning
Monitor patient progress and modify care plans as needed, including follow-up between hospitalizations or clinic visits
Serve as a liaison between the hospital, families, and external agencies or service providers
Assist with care coordination documentation, including treatment plans, prescriptions, and school or service forms
Act as a clinical resource to staff and community partners within areas of expertise
Track and document patient outcomes and participate in quality improvement initiatives
Qualifications Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Required.
Master of Science in Nursing preferred.
Related Work Experience
3 years experience in pediatric nursing required.
1 year experience in Case Management or a clinical specialty preferred.
Licensure/Certification
Current IL Professional Nursing License
APN license if appropriate
Certification in Pediatric Nursing, Case Management, or Clinical Specialty preferred.
CPR required (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted).
Specialized Knowledge And Skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; demonstrated knowledge and expertise in pediatrics and any clinical specialty.
Demonstrated knowledge, expertise, and the ability to teach various healthcare topics to families.
Organized and motivated self-starter who can work independently while collaborating effectively as a team member with other healthcare professionals.
Experience in Microsoft Office, Word/Excel required.
Ability to speak Spanish fluently highly desirable.
Commitment to La Rabida’s Mission.
La Rabida Children’s Hospital is very proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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