Manager Care Progression

• Job Description​
• _Grow your career with Saint Luke's South! We are looking for a driven RN or Social Worker ready to step into a Manager Care Progression role and lead the future of patient care coordination and professional growth!_
• + RN, LCSW, or MSW required + Master's required for Social Worker + Bachelor's required for

RN + 3-5

years experience required + 2-5 years leadership experience strongly preferred The Care Progression Manager serves as an integral component of the Capacity Leadership Team for the Health System while owning primary oversight for case management at Saint Luke's East Hospital. This position reports directly to the Vice President of Patient Progression. This position is responsible for the management direction and coordination of Case Management and Social Work components that comprise the Care Progression Department. The Manager plans, directs and implements all services related to case coordination, concurrent review, and utilization management programs, ensuring compliance with TJC, state and other regulatory agencies. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: + Managing designated aspects of the case coordination, prior authorization, clinical documentation, and concurrent review programs to ensure maximal reimbursement, prevent financial loss to the hospital, and to minimize patient liability + Serving as an escalation point for complex discharges + Managing individual(s) including but not limited to: hires, trains, assigns work, manages & evaluates performance, conducts professional development plans. + Ensuring that the productivity and actions of that group meet/support the overall operational goals of the department as established by department leadership + Developing and adhering to departmental staffing, revenue and/or expense budgets + Responding to changes in the business which may affect the ability to achieve the budgets goals + Adjusting programs to support the needs of the target patient population

• Why Saint Luke's?
• + We believe in work/life balance. + We are dedicated to innovation and always looking for ways to improve. + We believe in creating a collaborative environment where all voices are heard. + We are here for you and will support you in achieving your goals.
• Job Requirements

• Applicable Experience:

  3-5 years Registered Nurse (KS) - National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NURSYS), Registered Nurse (MO) - National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NURSYS) Bachelor's Degree
• Job Details
• Full Time Day (United States of America)
• _The best place to get care. The best place to give care_
• . Saint Luke's 12,000 employees strive toward that vision every day. Our employees are proud to work for the only faith-based, nonprofit, locally owned health system in Kansas City. Joining Saint Luke's means joining a team of exceptional professionals who strive for excellence in patient care. Do the best work of your career within a highly diverse and inclusive workspace where all voices matter.
• Join the Kansas City region's premiere provider of health services. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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