Disease Management Case Manager coordinates the overall interdisciplinary plan of care for a patient in a disease management program, from admission to discharge. Acts as a liaison between patient/family, employer and healthcare personnel to ensure necessary care is provided promptly and effectively. Being a Disease Management Case Manager responsibilities include but are not limited to documenting case progress, identifying health risks, and reporting the findings of the case study at appropriate intervals. Requires an associate's degree/bachelor's degree, and is licensed to practice nursing. Additionally, Disease Management Case Manager typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Disease Management Case Manager's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
1. Utilizes the nursing process, for the performance of patient care, to assess, plan, intervene, and evaluate patient care to achieve prioritized patient outcomes according to the RN scope of practice.
2. Collaborates with health care providers to coordinate medical and nursing management of patient care.
3. Performs emergency treatment as required in accordance with RN scope of practice.
4. Performs and maintains documentation.
5. Communicates effectively.
6. Promotes and ensures patient and staff safety in all aspects of responsibilities.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.