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Registered Nurse Career Opportunity
Encompass Health: Where Nursing Meets Heart, Home, and Healing
Are you seeking a nursing career deeply rooted in purpose, close to your heart and home? Encompass Health offers a transformative journey where your expertise as a Registered Nurse becomes an integral part of patients' recoveries. Picture the impact of providing individualized, compassionate care that guides patients along their path to healing. With us, small victories lead to monumental impacts as you use your specialized skills to offer top-tier, personalized support. Understand your patients deeply, assist in their rehabilitation goals, and thrive in an environment equipped with cutting-edge technology. Welcome to a place where nursing becomes a profound contribution to both community and personal fulfillment.
A Glimpse into Our World
At Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Being at Encompass Health means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements include being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.
Starting Perks and Benefits
Our benefits are designed to support your well-being and start on day one:
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
- Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
- Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
- Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
- A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do!
Realize Your Vision as a Registered Nurse
- Supervise care and treatments, lead patient assessments, tailor care plans, and address patient concerns to provide exceptional care.
- Build meaningful relationships with patients and their families, understanding their unique needs to facilitate their recovery.
- Collaborate and communicate effectively with various departments to ensure coordinated care and provide direct patient care when needed.
- Serve as a resource for fellow staff, supporting them with complex patient needs and inquiries.
- Celebrate victories and milestones achieved by our patients.
Qualifications
- Valid RN licensures as required by state regulations.
- CPR certification (ACLS preferred).
- CRRN certification preferred.
- One year of experience in a rehabilitation hospital setting is preferred.
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Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
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About this Job: General Summary of Position Monitors nutritional care manages physician-ordered medical nutrition therapy assesses patient needs and provides nutrition education to individual patients with complex nutritional deficiencies.
Develops curriculums and implements protocols.
Develops nutrition projects participates in research develops and conducts educational programs for hospital staff patients and the community.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities Actively participate in department staff meetings to discuss and plan patient and community services.
Communicates individually with physicians nursing and ancillary staff regarding patient care for individuals at risk.
Meets with the health care team to discuss patient care needs.
Works cooperatively with other departments to provide efficient patient care.
Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality standards and safety standards.
Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
Coordinates support groups participates in community health fairs and community centers' educational programs.
Develops curriculums protocols and provides classes on nutrition-related topics as requested by the institution for outpatient and community settings.
Participates in research activities.
Documents relevant aspects of nutritional care for patients in the medical record.
Prepares written documentation as required by the profession and the department.
Educates patients on modified diets through individual discussions with the patient and family as requested by the health care team patient and/or family.
Maintains department records care plans reports and files as required.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Provides high-quality medical nutrition therapy: reviews medical records of patients/residents for nutritional consults and of those with abnormal nutritional parameters.
Provides appropriate recommendations.
Represents the department on performance improvement teams and education committees.
Participates in department performance improvement initiatives.
Serves as an educational resource to the institution and the community.
Provides technical and educational assistance on a regular basis to clients nursing medical personnel and ancillary staff.
Minimal Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree in Dietetics required or nutrition related field.
required Experience 3-4 years Related experience in a healthcare setting.
required Licenses and Certifications American Dietetic Assoc
- ADA ADA (American Dietetic Association) registration.
required and REG DIET
- Dietitian
- Registered License to practice as a Dietitian/Nutritionist in the State of Maryland.
required and CDE
- Certified Diabetes Educator Certification CDE (Certified Diabetes Educator) certification preferred Knowledge Skills and Abilities Verbal and written communication skills.
Basic computer skills preferred.
This position has a hiring range of : USD $74,214.00
- USD $134,596.00 /Yr.
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Dental Care of Elkton is hiring hygienists
Monday- Thursday 8-5 & Fridays 8-12 half day
Located @ 1189 East Pulaski Elkton Maryland 21921
80mins NP, recare 50min, perio maint 40 min
Bi-weekly, hourly pay + ability to opt into Daily Pay to receive paycheck as earned.
Ability to earn daily + quarterly bonuses!
We have Arestin, iTero, Velscope + CE coverage available!
Full time is a minimum of 30HRS to receive full benefits package to include health insurance Paid Holidays, 401k, Dental, Vision, Wellness Benefits + More!
Mentorship & Onboarding
Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, you’ll be supported by experienced hygiene mentors and a structured onboarding program tailored to your success.
Team Collaboration
We believe in synergy. Join regularly scheduled meetings with our doctors and hygiene team to align on patient care, share insights, and foster a collaborative environment.
Why Heartland Dental?
Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in 1,900+ dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the clinical leaders of their practice, retain full clinical autonomy, and establish their own care philosophies. All Heartland Dental supported doctors and hygienists are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and patient experiences.
Hygienists in CT, MD, NC, NV and WA work for a supported professional corporation (PC) and are not employed by Heartland Dental.
As a Dental Hygienist, you’ll be recognized as an elite clinical provider and patient advocate. You’ll be an integral member of the patient care team, giving your patients the time and care they need, deserve and desire. With best-in-class support through our robust Hygiene mentor program and unparalleled educational offerings to enhance your clinical skills – you’ll be 100% supported as you provide exceptional lifetime care to your patients!
What You’ll Gain
- Competitive benefits including health insurance and retirement savings plans, six paid holidays and PTO (paid time off)
- Continuing education to provide you opportunity to develop your full potential and enhance your clinical skills to provide education and care to your patients.
- Access to an expansive network of mentors with 1:1 hygiene mentorship support and networking opportunities available at your fingertips.
- Unparalleled business support and the highest quality supplies and labs to deliver exceptional patient care.
- Opportunity to be a part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry leading experience that provides a stable career with unlimited growth potential
Dental Care of Elkton, like each Heartland Dental supported office, is unique to the community and the patients they serve. With the support of a practice manager, a highly trained team on site, coupled with a vast network of experts across the nation, you’ll be completely connected to all the resources and support of Heartland Dental.
- Join a 0 person team that thrives on collaboration, communication and community
Minimum Qualifications
- Current dental hygienist license in Maryland and an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene (where required)
- Excellent working knowledge of dentistry, dental hygiene procedures, dental patient screening and medical history documentation
- CPR Certification
Preferred Experience
- 0 years of clinical experience
- Experience using Velscope, Diagnodent, digital scanner, digital x-rays and electronic medical record systems
- Desire to continue learning and grow clinical skills to meet needs of patients and provide preventative care and overall maintenance of patients’ dental health
- Clinical needs as required by office
Physical Requirements
- Ability to perform essential duties as deemed necessary by the Office/ Doctor/ Heartland Dental with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position
- Prolonged periods sitting and standing
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times
- Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in-person) periodically throughout the year
- As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both team members and patients, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. This is a standard requirement for dental office roles and must be completed prior to starting employment. The test will be arranged during the pre-employment process, and any necessary guidance or paperwork will be provided. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN.
Who is Heartland Dental?
Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in over 1,900+ dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the leaders of their practice and retain clinical autonomy. All Heartland Dental supported doctors are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and experiences to the communities they serve.
At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values which promote diversity and inclusion. We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.
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Border Patrol Agent (BPA) in the Federal Security and Public Safety Sector Experienced (GL-9 GS-11)
SAME MISSION, NEW DRIVE!
You love protecting your community and doing your part to keep our nation safe. But maybe youre looking for a change of scenery?
USBP is hiring immediately for full-time, career positions, where your prior law enforcement officer (LEO) experience may qualify you for higher-graded Border Patrol Agent (BPA) opportunities. Continue making a difference with the nation's premier federal agency charged with securing our borders and protecting our country.
Whether you gained this experience as part of a military police unit or as a member of a state or local law enforcement organization, you have an opportunity to work with highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission.
Check out the duties and responsibilities section below, along with the qualifications section to see if you are eligible. Now is the time to make your move, along with excellent base pay, location pay, exceptional benefits, and job stability, USBP is offering up to $60,000 in additional incentives to newly appointed Agents (see details below).
DONT FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Duty assignments available at the time of offer may include the Southwest Border, including prioritized locations.
U.S. Border Patrol determines duty assignments at the time of offer based on operational needs, which may or may not align with candidates first-choice preferences. Relocation may be required.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring immediately for these full-time, career Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) opportunities.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary for newly appointed law enforcement Border Patrol Agents varies from:
Base Salary: GL-9/GS-11, $63,148 - $120,145 per year
Locality Pay: Varies by duty location.
Overtime Pay: Up to 25%
Duty location impacts pay rates; locality pay for federal law enforcement is higher in some locations than others. A fully trained BPA may be eligible for up to an additional 25% of base pay per the BPA Pay Reform Act of 2014. This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression from GL-9 to GS-11 to GS-12. You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without re-applying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in the lower grade level.
All Border Patrol Agents may select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health and insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan that is similar to traditional and ROTH 401(k) offerings.
*Recruitment Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents (as defined in5 CFR 575.102)will be offered up to a $20,000 incentive. The first $10,000 will be paid upon successful completion of the Border Patrol Academy, with the remaining $10,000 awarded for accepting a prioritized location. Prioritized locations include Sierra Blanca, TX; Presidio, TX; Sanderson, TX; Comstock, TX; Lordsburg, NM; Freer, TX; Hebbronville, TX; Ajo, AZ.
*Retention Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents may also qualify for up to $40,000 in additional incentives distributed over their first four years.
Duty Locations: You will be asked to select your preferred location for one of the following mission critical locations:
- Big Bend Sector Stations - *Presidio, Van Horn, *Sanderson, Alpine, *Sierra Blanca, Marfa
- Buffalo Sector Stations - Wellesley Island
- Del Rio Sector Stations - Del Rio, Brackettville, *Comstock, Eagle Pass North, Eagle Pass South, Carrizo Springs, Uvalde
- El Paso Sector Stations - Alamogordo, Clint, Deming, El Paso, Fort Hancock, Las Cruces, *Lordsburg, Santa Teresa, Ysleta
- El Centro Sector Stations - El Centro, Indio, Calexico
- Grand Forks Sector Stations - Pembina
- Havre Sector Stations - Havre, Malta, Plentywood, Scobey, Sweetgrass
- Houlton Sector Stations - Calais, Fort Fairfield, Jackman, Rangeley, Van Buren
- Laredo Sector Stations - Laredo South, Cotulla, *Hebbronville, Laredo West, *Freer, Laredo North, Zapata
- Rio Grande Valley Sector Stations - Rio Grande City, Fort Brown, McAllen, Brownsville, Falfurrias, Weslaco, Kingsville, Harlingen
- San Diego Sector Stations - Boulevard, Brownfield, Campo, Chula Vista, Imperial Beach, Murrieta, San Clemente
- Spokane Sector Stations - Colville, Curlew, Metaline Falls, Oroville
- Swanton Sector Stations - Beecher Falls, Burke, Champlain, Newport, Richford
- Tucson Sector Stations - *Ajo, Tucson, Nogales, Douglas, Brian A Terry, Sonoita, Casa Grande, Three Points Substation, Willcox
- Yuma Sector Stations - Blythe, Yuma, Wellton
Duties and Responsibilities:
As a BPA, you will be part of our 60,000+ workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nations economic prosperity. Being a BPA makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.
Typical assignments include:
- Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.
- Preventing and apprehending aliens and smugglers of aliens at or near the borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions to include using infrared scopes during night operations.
- Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry of persons or contraband.
- Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks.
- Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using a variety of government assets such as vehicles, horses, vessels, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles for the accomplishment of the USBP Mission.
Qualifications:
GL-9: You qualify for the GL-9 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as:
- Performing physical searches of detained individuals, their vehicles, and their immediate surroundings for weapons, contraband, currency, and other evidence.
- Apprehending, physically restraining, or working with law enforcement officials to identify or apprehend violators of state, federal, or immigration laws.
- Proficient in the use of firearms, preparing investigative reports, serving court orders (e.g., warrants, subpoenas, etc.), and gathering evidence for criminal cases prosecuted through the court system.
If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GS-11 grade level.
GS-11: You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, with the authority granted by the state or government to enforce laws, make arrests, and investigate crimes, performing primary duties in an official law enforcement capacity such as:
- Utilizing intelligence information to track illegal operations, criminal activity, threats to our nation, and/or contraband while serving as a state, federal, or military law enforcement official.
- Leading investigations of fraud, contraband, criminal activity, threats to our nation, and/or illegal operations to determine sources and patterns while serving as a state, federal, or military law enforcement official.
- Apprehending violators of state, federal, or immigration laws by utilizing various forms of complex technology that include surveillance, detection, situation awareness systems, and/or communications equipment.
The above experience will be applied in connection with the following: Make arrests and exercise sound judgment in the use of firearms; deal effectively with people in a courteous manner in connection with law enforcement matters; analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions; or develop and maintain contact with a network of informants.
There are no education substitutions for the GL-9 or GS-11 grade-level Border Patrol Agent opportunities.
Other Requirements:
Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position.
Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (including protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years.
Age Restriction: In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions. Candidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03. The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d).
Veterans Preference: You may also be eligible for an excepted service Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA). The age restriction does not apply if you are Veterans' Preference eligible.
Formal Training: After you are hired, you will be detailed to the U.S. Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, New Mexico, for approximately six (6) months of intensive instruction in immigration and nationality laws, law enforcement, and USBP-specific operations, driver training, physical techniques, firearms, and other courses. Border Patrol work requires the ability to speak and read Spanish, as well as English. Border Patrol Agents will be provided training to become proficient in the Spanish language at the Academy.
How to Apply:
Click the Apply button on this site. You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network registration page. For Position of Interest, select Border Patrol Agent, and then complete the pre-screening questions.
Youll then receive a link(s) to the BPA Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS, the federal governments official employment site, to complete your application. Be certain to review ALL details of the job opportunity announcement and follow all instructions in the application process, including items (resume, transcripts, etc.) to submit. You will be evaluated based on your resume, supporting documents, and the BPA Entrance Exam.
If you have questions about the application process, contact a recruiter through the U.S. Border Patrol page: /s/usbp.
NOTE: As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, youll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with CBP.
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- Pioneer of Geriatric House Calls™ to older adults in their communities.
- Provide physical therapy services in a 1:1 setting to help abolish ageism.
- Drive rewarding patient outcomes.
- Facilitate clinically-excellent autonomous interventions.
- Benefit from the flexibility to create, control, and alter your treatment schedule.
- Be a part of an Interdisciplinary approach by a therapy team focused on functional outcomes.
- Full-time/Part-time – Salaried with benefits
- PRN/Flex – PPU (Paid Per Unit)
- H1B - Able to provide sponsorship to those who need it that are qualified
- New Grads-FOX offers a widely recognized Emerging Professionals Mentor Program!
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- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k (for those who qualify)
- Valid Physical Therapy license in the state(s) of practice, or eligibility to apply
- Degree from an accredited physical therapy program
- Basic computer literacy skills
- Current CPR certification
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FOX Rehabilitation is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Join an Amazing Nursing Team at ChristianaCare! RN – 5C Medical Teaching Unit (Day Shift)
Are you ready to grow your skills, make a meaningful impact, and be part of a team that truly values your expertise? This is your chance to join a unit where your compassion, clinical knowledge, and commitment to excellent care make a real difference in the lives of our patients and their families.
Position: Registered Nurse – 5C Medical Teaching Unit
Schedule: 36 hours/week | All Shifts (7:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.) & (7:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m.)
Location: Christiana Hospital
Weekends & Holidays: Per department guidelines
About the 5C Medical Teaching Unit
On 5C, you’ll join a collaborative care team including medical nursing staff, hospitalists, and specialized consultants. Our relationship‑based care model empowers nurses to build strong, supportive connections with patients, families, and peers—grounded in our core values of love and excellence.
You will use your clinical expertise to assess physical and emotional needs, evaluate past health history, and lead education and care planning for both patients and their families.
What You’ll Do
- Manage care for five medical/surgical patients per shift
- Partner within a multidisciplinary team to support realistic health goals
- Provide close monitoring, emergency response, and ongoing supportive care
- Ensure safe transitions to the appropriate level of care
- Promote patient wellness, safety, and comfort every step of the way
Qualities We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a nurse who is:
- Diligent and energized by a fast‑paced environment
- Professional, empathetic, and relationship‑focused
- Action‑oriented with strong critical‑thinking skills
- An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal abilities
- Detail‑oriented and proactive in solving problems
Why ChristianaCare?
We offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance & more
- Two retirement plan options, including a 403(b) with company contributions
- Generous PTO with annual rollover & cash‑out opportunities
- 12‑week paid parental leave
- Tuition assistance
- Premium Work/Life benefits including:
- membership & backup dependent care
- Financial coaching & retirement planning
- Wellness & fitness reimbursement
- Discounts on hotels, rental cars, theme parks, events, and more
Our Mission
As a nonprofit health system, ChristianaCare is committed to serving our neighbors as expert, caring partners in their health. We strive to create innovative, accessible, and effective systems of care that our community values. Our advanced technology is only part of our promise—our true focus is partnering with individuals and families to help them live the healthy lives they desire.
General Requirements
- BSN required
- ADN candidates considered with a 3‑year BSN completion commitment
- Minimum one year of experience required (acute or sub‑acute preferred)
- BLS certification required
Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Registered Nurse (RN) - Utilization Management
FT Day Shift (Hrs.: 8a-4:30p) - On-site
Newark, DE
ChristianaCare Hospital in Newark, DE, is seeking a Utilization Management Nurse (RN) with experience with insurance providers such as Aetna and Cigna, along with a background in an acute care hospital. RN will work on-site at the Newark Hospital.
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Responsible for ensuring the delivery of efficient and effective health care while evaluating the medical necessity, appropriateness, and efficiency of the use of health care services, procedures, and facilities under the provision of the applicable health benefits plan.
UTILIZATION MANAGEMENT
- Performs admission and concurrent review to identify medical necessity, level of care, and appropriateness of setting using established criteria and clinical guidelines within 24 hours of admission.
- Reviews the admission assessment and collaborates with primary nurse and other health care providers to ensure a multidisciplinary plan-of-care is in place to meet identified patient care needs and desired outcomes.
- Manages observation level of care and works with the attending physician and/or clinical provider caring for the patient to ensure observation status does not exceed 48 hours.
- Identifies system issues that serve as barriers to care. Participates in the development and implementation of strategies to remove barriers and facilitate performance improvement measures.
- Monitors efficiencies in scheduling diagnostic procedures and coordination of treatments to facilitate the achievement of effective clinical, fiscal, quality, and patient satisfaction goals.
- Reports information generated from the utilization management referral process for LOS data and physician profile database.
- Collaborates with the unit medical director and/or physician advisor to facilitate achievement of clinical, quality, financial, and patient satisfaction goals.
- Notifies physician when a patient does not meet criteria for acute care hospitalization and pursues documentation to justify continued stay within 24 hours.
- Collaborates with the Physician Advisor to facilitate the achievement of clinical, quality, financial, and patient satisfaction goals.
- Presents “Letters of Non-Coverage (LON) to patients and/or families when the acute stay is no longer necessary (Third Party and/or Medicare).
- Communicates and secures continued stay authorization with Managed Care Organizations.
- Tracks all carve-outs and submits reason codes for data entry.
- Serves as a resource to nursing and ancillary staff, providing education on utilization review processes as needed.
- Trends potential barriers to patient advancement through the system intervene assertively and appropriately when necessary.
- Provides On-call support for the Transfer Center to evaluate medical necessity and appropriateness when a request is obtained from an outside facility for patient transfer to ChristianaCare
- Identifies the need for the patient to be evaluated by other members of the health care team and takes appropriate action to facilitate.
- ED UM works closely with ED providers to review medical necessity and/or collaborate with ED CM for discharge planning, as appropriate.
- Actively participates in department operational planning work groups.
Education & Experience Requirements:
- DE RN licensure or compact state RN licensure.
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing Required.
- Minimum of 3 years recent experience as a Registered Nurse in acute care, adult care setting. critical care experience is required.
- Minimum 3 years of Utilization Management experience required.
- Prior experience working with insurance providers is valuable.
- Completes a minimum of 8 continuing education credits (CEU’S) per year in Utilization and/or Case Management.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Ability to ambulate within the hospital setting (walking, stairs, etc.). Occasional sitting, standing, and lifting loads of 5-10 pounds. Ability to utilize computer equipment/programs. Ability to sit or stand at a computer workstation and proficiently utilize computer equipment/programs for long periods of time.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Occasional exposure to Office materials (i.e., White Out, Toner, etc.)
Annual Compensation Range $85,862.40 - $137,384.00This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.