Nurse Care Manager

Children’s Hospital Los Angeles • $124K — $165K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 3+ years nursing experience with advanced level pediatric clinical expertise
  • Experience in utilization management and/or discharge planning
  • In-depth knowledge of managed care, discharge planning, and quality improvement concepts
  • Demonstrated computer literacy
  • Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required; Master's preferred

Responsibilities

  • Perform complex discharge planning for patients with serious illnesses
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create and implement case management plans
  • Advocate for patient and family needs throughout the healthcare process
  • Analyze outcomes of clinical pathways as part of CQI initiatives
  • Address financial resource utilization challenges for patients
  • Facilitate seamless navigation of care for cardiac patients

Benefits

  • Robust benefits program to support employee needs
  • Collaborative and multidisciplinary work environment
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • Advocacy-focused role ensuring quality patient care and satisfaction
  • Work-life balance with a 4-day workweek schedule
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Job Description

Overview

Schedule:Monday-Friday; 7am-5:30pm (Four 10hr shifts)

Purpose Statement/Position Summary: The Nurse Care Manager performs complex discharge planning for patients of different ages and developmental levels with serious illnesses. Focuses on patients with complexities related to finance and/or resource utilization. Acts as advocate for the patient/family by collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to develop and implement a case management plan to ensure quality patient outcomes, and customer satisfaction in a cost effective manner. Participates/facilitates in the development and outcome analysis of clinical pathways as a member of the multidisciplinary CQI team.

Minimum Qualifications/Work Experience: 3+ years nursing experience with advanced level pediatric clinical experience and utilization management and/or discharge planning experience. Thorough knowledge of managed care, utilization management, discharges planning, and continuous quality improvement concepts. Computer Literacy. Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills. Fluency in both English and Spanish desired.

Education/Licensure/Certifications: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required. Master's degree in Nursing, Health Care Administration, or related field preferred. Current Registered Nurse licensure in the State of

California and American Heart Association CPR/BLS certificate required.

The Cardiothoracic Surgery Clinical Practice Nurse Care Manager coordinates care for cardiac patients of all ages with complex medical needs, ensuring seamless support throughout their treatment journey. By collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, this role advocates for patients and families, addresses financial and resource-related challenges, and helps achieve optimal quality outcomes.

Pay Scale Information

$124,488.00-$165,984.00

CHLA values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. Final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates who meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates who exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs.

About Children’s Hospital Los Angeles

Children's Hospital Los Angeles is a nationally ranked, freestanding acute care children's hospital in the East Hollywood district of Los Angeles, on Sunset Boulevard at the corner of Vermont Avenue. The hospital has been academically affiliated with the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California since 1932 and the hospital features 401 pediatric beds. The hospital provides comprehensive pediatric specialties and subspecialties to infants, children, teens, and young adults generally aged 0–21 throughout California and the west coast. The hospital also sometimes treats adults that require pediatric care. The hospital has a rooftop helipad and is an ACS verified level I pediatric trauma center, one of a few in the region. The hospital features a regional pediatric intensive-care unit and an American Academy of Pediatrics verified level IV neonatal intensive care unit. U.S. News & World Report ranks CHLA as the fifth best children's hospital in the United States and the best in California. It has also received Magnet Recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
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