Clinical Referral Liaison - Marianjoy, 40 Hours/Week, Days

  • Full-time
  • Job Shift: Not Applicable

Company Description

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, youll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description

Admission Process & Liaison Activities:  Full time liaison that will travel between three hospital sites; will be in the holiday rotation for one scheduled holiday per year and will need to work occasional weekends to support weekend needs.

Clinically assesses referred patients at targeted hospitals daily and develops a rounding schedule to meet the needs of physicians, customers, families and discharge planners. Responds to patients, families, and discharge planners with a tentative 24 hour admission commitment. Collects demographic, financial, and medical information and forwards to the appropriate Admission Representative. Evaluates medical information to determine appropriate level of care, rehabilitation appropriateness, and medical stability in conjunction with Medical staff and hospital policy. Works as the liaison case manager with the internal and external case management team to provide a cost-effective plan for each client. Works through in-house admission staff to complete financial, pre-certification, MMG consult (if necessary), and coordination of planned transfer date. Informs discharge planners, internal and external and admissions staff of planned admission date.

Qualifications

Required: Bachelors Degree in Nursing. IL State License as an RN. Preferred: 3-4 years of Marketing experience.

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.