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Sports Research has an exciting opportunity for a highly organized, results-driven, and process-minded Brand Marketing Project Manager. This role is critical in ensuring marketing and creative projects are delivered on time, on budget, and with excellence—serving as the connective tissue across internal teams (Marketing, Creative, eCommerce, Communications, Digital, Brand) and external agency partners.
With an emphasis on operational excellence, this role is ideal for a project leader who thrives in high-growth, high-collaboration environments and can implement scalable systems to bring structure to creative workflows while protecting the creative process.
Key Responsibilities:
- End-to-End Project Management: Lead the full lifecycle of marketing and creative projects—from intake and scoping through execution, delivery, and post-launch recaps.
- Build and Maintain Scalable Systems: Develop project intake processes, brief templates, and frameworks that improve clarity, speed, and strategic alignment.
- Create and Manage Project Plans: Translate high-level marketing strategies into actionable project roadmaps with defined timelines, dependencies, and deliverables.
- Cross-Functional Alignment: Act as the strategic connector across teams, ensuring all stakeholders are aligned and informed throughout each project phase.
- Optimize Resourcing and Workflows: Monitor team bandwidth, manage prioritization, and help allocate resources efficiently to meet deadlines and business goals.
- Champion Operational Excellence: Implement sprint-based workflows, build dashboards in Wrike, and foster a culture of accountability and transparency.
- Post-Mortem & Optimization: Drive campaign retrospectives and apply learnings to future projects in partnership with analysts and brand owners.
- Wrike Leadership: Serve as the internal expert on Wrike; provide ongoing training, troubleshooting, and process optimization using the platform.
- Agency & Vendor Management: Coordinate with external partners and ensure deliverables are on-brand and on-brief.
- Additional Duties: Jump in where needed to support brand initiatives and team priorities as they evolve.
- Track and report on project health, velocity, and delivery KPIs (on-time launches, cycle time reduction, resource utilization).
- Identify risks, bottlenecks, and dependency conflicts early and proactively escalate with recommended solutions.
- Drive adoption of new processes across teams through training, documentation, and change management. Continuously refine workflows based on team feedback and performance data.
Qualifications:
- 4–6 years of project management experience in CPG, wellness, manufacturing, or agency environments; dietary supplement experience a plus
- 2+ years in a management or team lead role preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- PMP or similar project management certification strongly preferred
- Advanced experience with Wrike; Wrike certification or super-user status is a major plus
- Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and project/collaboration tools (e.g., Miro, Figma, Jira)
- Proven ability to manage and execute multi-channel campaigns across print, digital, web, email, social, signage, and packaging
- Familiarity with retail calendars, product launch timelines, and rapid campaign testing cycles
- Experience working with internal and external photo studios and production teams
- Deep understanding of agency and vendor workflows, from briefing through delivery
- Skilled at leading cross-functional teams, managing priorities, and navigating competing deadlines
- Highly organized, solutions-oriented, and effective in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
- Experience building efficient remote workflows and fostering collaboration among distributed teams
Compensation Range: $110,000 to $115,000 DOE
Commercial Lines Account Manager - Hybrid - Torrance, CA
A leading insurance agency with over thirty years in the industry is seeking a seasoned Commercial Lines Account Manager to join their team in the Torrance area! This role is ideal for a professional who thrives in a team-oriented setting and is eager to grow within a company that truly invests in its employees' success.
The Fun Stuff:
- $70,000 - $80,000 annually, with bonuses twice a year
- Hybrid schedule (3 days in office)
- 401(k) plan, life insurance, medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid Time Off (PTO), vacation, and holidays
Preferred Qualifications:
- Valid Property & Casualty insurance license
- 4+ years in Commercial Lines Account Management
- Proficiency with management systems and experience with small to mid-size accounts
- In-depth understanding of insurance coverages, products, and agency procedures
- Fluency in both Japanese and English is preferred
The Position:
- Responsible for staying in direct contact with clients and providing excellent customer service
- Consult with clients on coverage options and offer the most appropriate coverage for the client
- Responsible for marketing new and renewal business
- Developing and maintaining relationships with carriers
- Initial review of policies and preparation of coverage breakdowns
- Responding to correspondence, telephone, and in-person inquiries from insureds regarding coverage, policy changes, premium payments, and related matters
- Assisting in the gathering of renewal exposure information with the producer
- Performing other job-related duties as assigned
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Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
About the Role:
We are seeking a skilled REMOTE Personal Injury Defense Attorney to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for representing clients in various legal proceedings related to personal injury cases.
Responsibilities:
- Represent clients in court proceedings
- Conduct legal research and analysis
- Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients
- Prepare legal documents and pleadings
- Advise clients on legal matters
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $145,000 – $200,000 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits:
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off (details TBD)
- Paid sick and safe time (details TBD)
- Paid vacation time (details TBD)
- Paid parental leave (details TBD)
- Paid holidays annually (details TBD)
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate must have a CA Bar and Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Are you a dedicated Trusts & Estates attorney looking to make a real difference in the lives of clients while advancing your career in a supportive, collaborative law firm? If so, this is the opportunity for you.
Scion Staffing has been engaged to lead the search for a Trust Administration Attorney on behalf of a highly respected California-based law firm with an outstanding reputation for integrity, client service, and legal excellence. This full-time, hybrid role is based in Pasadena, CA and offers the chance to join a firm deeply committed to both its clients and community.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
As an Associate Attorney (Trust Administration), you'll take ownership of trust administration and estate matters from start to finish, ensuring that every client receives exceptional legal counsel and service. You'll also provide guidance and mentorship to legal staff while working closely with senior counsel and partners. This is an opportunity for an attorney who is ready to step into a leadership role while still engaging deeply in meaningful client-facing work.
Why You'll Love This Role:
- Work with sophisticated, high-value trust administration matters and directly impact families' financial security and legacy planning.
- Join a firm with a collaborative, team-oriented culture that values mentorship, professional growth, and community impact.
- Enjoy a competitive salary, performance-based incentives, and benefits package designed to support both your career and personal well-being.
- Hybrid flexibility in Pasadena with the ability to balance office collaboration and focused remote work.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage a portfolio of trust administration and estate matters, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and client satisfaction.
- Draft, review, and manage trust documents, accountings, petitions, and related filings.
- Provide strategic legal advice in areas such as trust administration, estate planning, tax, and real estate.
- Supervise and mentor paralegals and support staff.
- Build and maintain lasting client relationships while identifying opportunities for growth and firm impact.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) and active California Bar membership in good standing.
- Demonstrated experience in trust administration and estate law.
- Strong legal drafting, research, and communication skills.
- Proven ability to manage complex client matters and mentor team members.
- A passion for serving clients with integrity, excellence, and care.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Base salary: $145,000+ (commensurate with experience).
- Performance bonuses with OTE potential exceeding $210,000.
- Full medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) with employer contributions.
- Generous PTO and ongoing professional development support.
ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM:
Scion Staffing is a national award-winning staffing firm! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing. We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm can also be found online.
Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Join prestigious law firms remotely in California. Our clients are dedicated to delivering exceptional legal services with a commitment to excellence and client satisfaction. We are seeking a motivated and experienced Workers' Compensation Attorney for their team.
You are a perfect fit if you have:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- An active member in good standing with the California State Bar.
- Compassionate and empathetic approach to client service.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $150,000 – $210,000 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits:
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off (details TBD)
- Paid sick and safe time (details TBD)
- Paid vacation time (details TBD)
- Paid parental leave (details TBD)
- Paid holidays annually (details TBD)
They offer a Competitive Salary, benefits package, and professional development and advancement opportunities.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
FULL TIME CIVIL LITIGATION SECRETARY
Insurance Defense / Medical Malpractice Law Firm in beautiful downtown Long Beach, CA.
Minimum 2 to 6 years of recent civil litigation experience required for an in-office position. Insurance defense and medical malpractice experience preferred.
Experience Required:
- Must be available to work on site - this is not a remote position
- Serious inquiries only
- Must have knowledge of Word, Outlook and Adobe
- Type minimum 70 wpm
- Heavy transcription and telephones (scheduling depositions, meetings, etc.)
- Good phone and speaking etiquette, writing, multitasking, organizational, communication and computer skills
- Strong calendaring skills and knowledge of court filing deadlines and procedures
- Compilation and filing of Motions (including Summary Judgment), and all civil litigation pleadings, including ability to generate TOC and TOA
- Highly motivated, conscientious, detail oriented, self-starter
- Proven ability to work productively in a high pressure, fast pace environment
Great work environment. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance and long-term disability insurance, along with paid parking, flexible spending account and 401(k) plan.
Salary commensurate with experience.
Our client seeks a highly skilled and experienced REMOTE Insurance Defense Attorney specializing in Insurance Defense or Personal Injury or Premises Liability or Construction defect cases. The candidate will provide legal counsel, represent clients in court, and manage all cases within their designated practice area.
Location: REMOTE
Job Title: Insurance Defense Attorney
Responsibilities:
- Handle a caseload of Personal Injury, Insurance Defense, Premises Liability, and Construction defect cases from inception to resolution.
- Conduct legal research, draft legal documents, and ensure all necessary paperwork is filed in a timely manner.
- Represent clients in court proceedings, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and negotiations.
- Prepare and argue motions, attend depositions, and engage in all aspects of litigation.
- Stay abreast of changes in laws and regulations relevant to Personal Injury, Insurance Defense, Premises Liability, and Construction defect cases.
- Work collaboratively with paralegals, legal assistants, and other attorneys to achieve optimal case outcomes.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
- Active license to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.
- Experience specializing in Insurance Defense.
- Strong litigation and trial experience.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage a high-volume caseload efficiently.
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $145,000 – $220,000 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits:
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off (details TBD)
- Paid sick and safe time (details TBD)
- Paid vacation time (details TBD)
- Paid parental leave (details TBD)
- Paid holidays annually (details TBD)
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
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POSITION SUMMARY
The Circulating Staff Nurse is a skilled and experienced professional Registered Nurse (RN) responsible for excellence in the clinical practice of nursing and the management of patient care. Reporting to the Clinical Unit Supervisor of Perioperative Nursing, the Circulating Staff Nurse has 12 hour accountability for organizing, planning, directing, coordinating, and providing high quality, individualized patient/family centered care based on the Watson Model of Care for a defined group of patients, including the identification and demonstration of abilities to meet special needs and considerations of Age and Population Specific awareness. This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital. It is expected that the employee will demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values. The employee shall support Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital's strategic plan and the goals and direction of the quality and performance improvement process activities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- The nurse demonstrates the use of nursing process as a problem solving model; utilizing their knowledge and experience to anticipate and plan to meet patient and family needs.
- Nursing assessment is focused to target areas most productive for a given patient population or situation. Recognizes subtle changes in clinical situation; evaluates and appropriately alters the plan of care. Is accountable for prioritizing and organizing patient care and ensuring follow through with planned care.
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age and needs of the patients served on the assigned unit. Consistently applies current literature/research findings and critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions.
- Demonstrates the Hospital's Patient Satisfaction effort when interacting with patients, families, and co-workers.
- The nurse develops and maintains a therapeutic nurse/patient relationship throughout the health care continuum. Respect for patient's rights is an integral part of the nurse/patient relationship as reflected in our values and mission. Conducts hourly rounding on patients.
- The nurse communicates utilizing the SBAR in all hand-off situations.
- Performs documentation of patient care including: assessment, interdisciplinary plan of care (IPOC), implementation, evaluation, and the Watson Model of Care following unit specific and hospital documentation policies and procedures.
- Anticipates variables affecting patient comfort and alters physical and psychosocial interventions accordingly, using a variety of modalities. Assists patient/family to maximize sense of control and actively participate in his/her recovery.
- Demonstrates commitment to meeting the learning needs of patients and families. Utilizes appropriate resources to meet those needs and achieve positive patient outcomes.
- Works with Care Managers during the patient's stay and takes a proactive role in coordinating interdisciplinary discharge planning for a specific patient population.
- Reviews all orders on patients and communicates changes in patient condition with physician and other team members. Contacts the physician promptly with significant changes in patient's condition, collaborates professionally for required orders and follows-up with revised care.
- Evaluates the effectiveness of nursing interventions and documents outcomes in the IPOC.
- Utilizes patient classification system according to standards
- Demonstrates ability to plan, supervise, instruct and evaluate ancillary nursing personnel, floats, orientees and registry staff. Ensures that an evaluation is completed each shift for registry/floats.
- Upholds professional appearance and demonstrates such through adherence to dress code. Wears hospital I.D. badge and promotes the standard of proper identification for peers and staff.
- Maintains a safe and clean environment that complies with regulatory standards including Patient Safety Goals.
- Participates in the implementation of the unit specific Quality and Performance Improvement Plan, completes monitoring forms and reports findings to the Charge Nurse and Director of Perioperative Services.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
A. Education
- Bachelor of Sciences degree in nursing preferred
- Associate in nursing required
B. Qualifications/Experience
- Minimum of one (1) year of clinical nursing experience in Surgical Services nursing or two (2) years of surgical tech in acute care setting with at least one (1) year of nursing experience in acute care setting or completion of periop training program (AORN or similar) with 2 years acute care experience. Internal candidates who have completed the MLKCH Nurse Residency Program, Transition program, or cross-trained will be considered.
- Current California Nursing license
- CNOR preferred
C. Special Skills/Knowledge
- Bilingual skills preferred (Spanish)
- Basic computer skills
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Electronic Medical Record experience preferred
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POSITION SUMMARY
The Clinical Staff PACU Nurse is a skilled and experienced professional Registered Nurse (RN) responsible for excellence in the clinical practice of nursing and the management of patient care. Working under the supervision of the the Clinical Unit Supervisor. The Clinical Staff Nurse has 8 hour accountability for organizing, planning, directing, coordinating, and providing high quality, individualized patient/family centered care based on the Watson Model of Care for a defined group of patients, including the identification and demonstration of abilities to meet special needs and considerations of Age and Population Specific awareness. This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital. It is expected that the employee will demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values. The employee shall support Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital's strategic plan and the goals and direction of the quality and performance improvement process activities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Demonstrates the use of nursing processes as a problem solving model; utilizing knowledge and experience to anticipate and plan to meet patient and family needs.
- Assessments focused to target areas most productive for a given patient population or situation. Recognizes subtle changes in clinical situation; evaluates and appropriately alters the plan of care.
- Accountable for prioritizing and organizing patient care and ensuring follow through with planned care.
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age and needs of the patients served on the assigned unit.
- Consistently applies current literature/research findings and critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions.
- Demonstrates the Hospital's Patient Satisfaction effort when interacting with patients, families, and co-workers.
- Develops and maintains a therapeutic nurse/patient relationship throughout the health care continuum. Respect for patient's rights is an integral part of the nurse/patient relationship as reflected in our values and mission.
- Conducts hourly rounding on patients.
- Communicates utilizing the SBAR in all hand-off situations.
- Performs documentation of patient care including: assessment, interdisciplinary plan of care (IPOC), implementation, evaluation, and the Watson Model of Care following unit specific and hospital documentation policies and procedures.
- Anticipates variables affecting patient comfort and alters physical and psychosocial interventions accordingly, using a variety of modalities. Assists patient/family to maximize sense of control and actively participate in his/her recovery.
- Demonstrates commitment to meeting the learning needs of patients and families. Utilizes appropriate resources to meet those needs and achieve positive patient outcomes.
- Works with Care Mangers during the patient's stay and takes a proactive role in coordinating interdisciplinary discharge planning for a specific patient population.
- Reviews all orders on patients and communicates changes in patient condition with physician and other team members. Contacts the physician promptly with significant changes in patient's condition, collaborates professionally for required orders and follows-up with revised care.
- Evaluates the effectiveness of nursing interventions and documents outcomes in the IPOC.
- Utilizes patient classification system according to standards
- Demonstrates ability to plan, supervise, instruct and evaluate ancillary nursing personnel, floats, orienteers and registry staff. Ensures that an evaluation is completed each shift for registry/floats.
- Upholds professional appearance and demonstrates such through adherence to dress code. Wears hospital I.D. badge and promotes the standard of proper identification for peers and staff.
- Maintains a safe and clean environment that complies with regulatory standards including Patient Safety Goals.
- Participates in the implementation of the unit specific Quality and Performance Improvement Plan, completes monitoring forms and reports findings to the Director of Perioperative Services.
- Duties as assigned by the Director of Perioperative Services to assure the unit is ready for the hospital opening.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
A. Education
- Bachelor of Sciences degree in nursing preferred
- Associates degree in nursing required
B. Qualifications/Experience
- Minimum of one (1) year of clinical nursing experience in Critical Care nursing with regard to regulatory guidelines and standard of practice. RN's new to the specialty will have a minimum of one year acute care nursing experience.
- Current California Nursing license
- Certification in Post Anesthesia Nursing preferred
C. Special Skills/Knowledge
- Bilingual skills preferred (Spanish)
- Basic computer skills
- Electronic Medical Record experience preferred
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Current Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Blue Card within 90 Days of hire or requirement notification.
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POSITION SUMMARY
The purpose of the Case Manager position supports the physician and interdisciplinary team in facilitating patient care, with the underlying objective of enhancing the quality of clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction while managing the cost of care and providing timely and accurate information to payors. The role integrates and coordinates the functions of utilization management, care progression and care transition.
The Case Manager is accountable for a designated patient caseload and plans effectively to meet patient needs, manage the length of stay, and promote efficient utilization of resources. Specific functions within this role include:
- Facilitation of precertification and payor authorization processes
- Facilitation of the collaborative management of patient care across the continuum, intervening as necessary to remove barriers to timely and efficient care delivery and reimbursement
- Application of process improvement methodologies in evaluating outcomes of care
- Coordinating communication with physicians.
The role reflects appropriate knowledge of RN scope of practice, current state requirements, CMS Conditions of Participation, EMTALA, The Patient Bill of Rights, AB1203 and other Federal or State regulatory agency requirements specific to Utilization Review and Discharge Planning. The Care Manager partners with the medical staff, utilizes scientific evidence for best practices, and relevant data to manage the care of the patient over the continuum of their hospitalization. These activities include admission, continued, extended and discharge reviews in all reimbursement categories to determine medical necessity, assure high quality of care and efficient utilization of available healthcare resources, facilities and services. This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital. It is expected that the employee will demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values. The employee shall support Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital's strategic plan and the goals and direction of the quality and performance improvement process activities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assessment:
- Completes a comprehensive assessment to identify opportunities for intervention that are appropriate and realistic for the patient/family's psycho-social, cultural, spiritual, and physical plan of care.
- Assess the patient's healthcare needs and goals; specifically targeting the physical, functional, psychosocial, environmental and financial status.
- Completes and documents timely clinical reviews based on assessment of medical necessity and documented clinical findings in accordance with Hospital policy and payer requirements.
- Communicates with attending physician regarding appropriateness of patient admissions, resource utilization, and when documentation does not support continued stay.
- Assesses readmission risk based on established Hospital criteria.
Planning:
- Demonstrates an understanding of medical necessity and intensity of service, and incorporates payer requirements into the development of a safe, effective, and timely discharge plan.
- Demonstrates an understanding of the patient's clinical condition, social, and financial resources to determine the most appropriate care setting, practice standards for evaluation, treatment delivery options (Home, SAR, SNF,
- LTACH, Acute Rehabilitation, Assisted Living, Board/Care, Recuperative Care, Shelter), and resources required to support safe transition of care.
- Incorporates risk of readmission and socio-economic factors in the creation of a safe and individualized transition plan.
- Engages the patient and family/support network in developing the transition plan.
- Collaborates actively with the interdisciplinary team throughout the patient's stay to re-assess and adjust the plan for care progression and transition according to the patient's clinical condition.
- Advocates for the patient with the payer and/or IPA to ensure the most effective care progression and transition plan for the patient.
Implementation:
- Coordinates the progression of care to ensure that the ongoing needs of the patient and family are adequately addressed.
- a.Identifies psychosocial and financial barriers, (e.g. substance abuse, homelessness, unsafe or abusive living arrangement) and collaborates with or delegates to Clinical Social Work colleagues.
- b.Identifies discharge planning needs and facilitates transfers to acute and post-acute venues.
- c.Demonstrates working knowledge of the clinical requirements, individual payer networks and coverage, and impact of patient's living environment and support network in creating a transition plan.
- d.Identifies and facilitates home care and durable medical equipment needs at the time of discharge.
- e. Facilitates palliative or hospice care when needed
- Works collaboratively and maintains active communication with physicians, nursing and other members of the interdisciplinary care team to ensure timely and effective care progression and achievement of desired outcomes.
- Oversees discharge planning and facilitates safe transitions to community settings.
- Addresses/resolves system problems impeding diagnostic or treatment progress. Proactively identifies and resolves delays and obstacles to discharge.
- Seeks consultation from appropriate disciplines/departments as required to expedite care and facilitate discharge.
- Coordinates and monitors scheduling of tests/procedures of patients and reports results to other healthcare members when appropriate. Identifies recurrent problems and recommends strategies for resolution.
Evaluation
- Develops and evaluates case management plans and protocols in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
- Evaluates actions taken to assure cost-effective care including physician length of stay, diagnostic related groups cost reporting, morbidity and mortality reports and monitoring of readmissions.
- Utilizes avoidable day reporting tool to identify sources of barriers to patients' progression of care.
Communication/Collaboration:
- Serves as a liaison between members of the interdisciplinary care team, community providers, payers, and patient/family to ensure safe and effective plans and smooth transitions between internal and external levels of care.
- Ensures consistent and timely communication with Patient Financial Services and HIM as needed to confirm patient status and/or authorization to support the billing process.
- Collaborates with medical staff, nursing staff, and ancillary staff to eliminate barriers to efficient delivery of care.
- Collaborates with attending physicians and consultants to review and discuss patient care, progress and identified outcomes. Defines and manages deviations from the plan of care.
- Participates in and or facilitates patient care conferences and family meetings.
- Provides support and clinical expertise for nursing/ancillary personnel related to patient care issues.
- Maintains communication with Nurse Managers and other Case Managers relative to individual patient care and/or system problems.
- Assures prompt reporting of medical/legal issues to Risk Management and appropriate Administrative parties.
- Facilitates peer to peer discussions between attending physicians, Case Management Consultants, and Physician Advisor in cases requiring evaluation and justification of medical necessity for admission by the payer.
- Utilizes advanced conflict resolution skills as necessary to ensure timely resolution of issues.
Professionalism:
- Within the nursing scope of practice, the care manager continuously assesses self-knowledge and competencies to assure job performance.
- Actively participates in departmental meetings and shares knowledge related to the practice of case management
- Demonstrates understanding of Medicare Conditions of Participation as related to discharge planning, patient/family engagement, and communication of financial responsibility.
- Maintains respect for the dignity of every person by addressing issues and concerns with workers directly, with a positive problem-solving approach, and the observance of the right to patient privacy and confidentiality.
- Demonstrates concern, respect, and caring for all customers, both internal and external, regardless of their diagnosis or socioeconomic status.
- Maintains positive interpersonal relations.
- Performs other related job duties as assigned.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
A. Education
- Bachelor of Science degree in nursing preferred
B. Qualifications/Experience
- Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of hospital or related experience required. Internals with at least 18 months acute care case management/coordination experience will be considered in lieu of nursing clinical experience.
- Able to navigate and connect successfully with outside provider networks (Health Plans, IPA's, and FQHC's).
C. Special Skills/Knowledge
- Bilingual language skills preferred (Spanish) Basic computer skills
- Current California Nursing license
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Certification in Case Management preferred.
- ED Care Managers: Must complete annual Workplace Violence Prevention Program/Certificate, per hospital policy, during initial training/orientation but not to exceed 90 days from hire/transfer.
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