Per Diem / PRN Nurse Level II RN - Case Manager, Clinical Support Specialist
John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital
Indio, CA
3x12 hrs
$52-87/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Facility InformationPrivate HospitalShort Term Acute Care130 beds
Pay
Qualifications
Description
JFK Memorial Hospital has provided medical care to residents in the Coachella Valley since 1966. A group of physicians, including Dr. Reynaldo Carreon, founded the hospital and today one of JFK’s cross streets is named in his honor.
Originally called Indio Community Hospital, JFK has grown to a 145-bed acute-care hospital that is part of Tenet Healthcare California. It offers a variety of services, including:
•Emergency care 24/7
•Orthopedic and joint replacement services using emerging technology
•Cardiovascular services
•Maternity care and pediatric services
•Ambulatory surgery center
•Imaging services
•Outpatient Rehabilitation Center
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The scope of duties encompasses a variety of tasks related to performing the following: integrated concurrent review for utilization; quality and risk; discharge planning; and case referrals for patients. This position works with medical and professional staffs to obtain appropriate clinical documentation for review and to meet inpatient criteria by the Internal Guidelines. The Case Managers are responsible for the research and appeal UR denials; micro management of patients to ensure appropriate and timely resource utilization; timely and accurate communication to insurance utilization review for certification of admission and continued stay. This position also coordinates patient care with an interdisciplinary team; screens and coordinates authorization of requests for capitated services for all assigned managed care where the hospital has a financial responsibility; participates in peer review; and is pro-active in reducing avoidable days. Hours vary depending upon assignment. This is a non-exempt position.
Shift: Days
Hours: 8am - 4:30pm
Schedule: Per-Diem. Some weekdays/weekends required. Holidays required.
Facility
John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital
RN
- Private Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- 130 beds
Employer
Tenet Desert
Indio, CA
About
A desert oasis in Southern California's Coachella Valley, Indio is famous for its date farms, music and arts festivals and hot springs. Many people know Indio as the home of the annual Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. But it also hosts a wide array of popular festivals and events throughout the year, including Stagecoach, Desert Trip and Indio International Tamale Festival. Visitors and locals enjoy many outdoor activities, like golfing, hiking, biking, horseback riding and camping. Indio boasts a much lower cost of living than nearby cities like Los Angeles and San Diego, making it a less expensive alternative while living in California. Although summers are exceptionally hot in the area, winters are mild and sunny, making it a perfect place to escape the cold weather up north.