The Case Manager I will:

• Promote patients’ health maintenance and restoration to provide quality, cost-effective outcomes. 
• Initiate a discharge plan to meet immediate post hospital needs, as well as long term needs, to optimize health maintenance and prevent readmission. 
• Educate patients, family, and staff. 
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data to evaluate current processes, and alter practices that don't achieve optimal patient care and customer service. 
• Seek learning opportunities to expand current clinical knowledge, as well as cost containment strategies.

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or certificate from an accredited school of nursing
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing. (preferred)
• Two (2) years’ Med/Surge experience 
• Hospital or outpatient case management or patient care coordination (preferred)
• Current RN license in the State of Vermont or multi-state compact RN license. 
• Case Manager certification within two years of hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers
• Membership(s) in professional organizations that enhance professional growth..
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with electronic medical record systems.