ABOUT THE HSC HEALTH CARE SYSTEM
The HSC Health Care System is a nonprofit organization combining the resources of a care coordination plan; (Health Services for Children with Special Needs, Inc.), pediatric specialty hospital (The HSC Pediatric Center), home health agency (HSC Home Care, LLC), and parent foundation (The HSC Foundation) to offer a comprehensive approach to caring, serving and
empowering people with disabilities. The HSC team of 750 employees and more than 100 volunteers together serve children and young adults with special health care needs and their families at our District of Columbia and Maryland locations.
ESSENTIAL HSC MISSION AND VALUES
Mission Statement
HSC Health Care System provides and coordinates innovative, high quality, community-based care for individuals with complex needs and their families. HSC empowers all we serve to improve the quality of their lives.
Organizational Beliefs
HSC supports individuals and families to maximize their potential. The following beliefs drive our work. HSC believes that:
- A culturally diverse community is a strength.
- Inclusiveness for individuals, families, and staff promotes positive outcomes.
- Everyone should be treated with compassion and empathy.
- Our skillful, dedicated, and resourceful staff is key to our success.
- We must continually adapt to the changing needs of our community.
- Increased independence is an important goal for individuals and their families.
POSITION SUMMARY
The HSC Pediatric Center (HSCPC) Case Manager oversees patients' progression through the continuum of care while at HSCPC through individualized care coordination from referral/admission through discharge. The Case Manager actively coordinates the needs of patients who meet medical admission criteria. Responsibilities include patient assessments, identification of discharge goals, case management planning, and implementation of interventions, monitoring/tracking care progression, and ensuring follow-up and coordination of services. The Case Manager will partner with referring providers, and HSCPC staff and collaborate with payers and community vendors/resources to develop and facilitate a safe, effective, and efficient discharge plan of care. All nursing practice is based on the legal scope of practice, national and specialty nursing standards, HSC Policies and Procedures, and applicable laws and regulations.
Minimum Education
BSN OR equivalent years of experience. (Required)
MSN (Preferred)
Minimum Work Experience
2 years of clinical pediatric experience. (Required)
2 years Neonatal/pediatric ICU experience. Nursing experience in case management, ambulatory nursing, or community/home care experience is preferred. (Preferred)
Required Skills/Knowledge
Demonstrated expertise in analysis and decision- making.
Ability to critically think and apply logic and reasoning to a dynamically changing healthcare environment.
Ability to function independently with superior time management skills.
Requires superior verbal communication skills and service excellence approach with internal and external stakeholders.
Well-developed computer skills.
Must be able to perform a hands-on assessment of a child.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and make appropriate decisions to ensure completion of tasks.
Must maintain a good driving record and be able to safely operate a motor vehicle and/or van.
Required Licenses and Certifications
Registered Nurse Licensure as a registered nurse in DC (Required)
Current driver's license. (Required)
Certification in Case Management or specialty. (Preferred)
Job Functions
Essential job duties: Referral Management/Admission Case Management Responsibilities
Collaboration with Medical Home and Care Management Team regarding Transitions of Care
Performance Improvement
Organizational Accountabilities
Organizational Accountabilities (Staff)
Employee Excellence
All In
Action Oriented
Supervisory Responsibilities
Blood Borne Pathogen Exposure
Protected Health Information Access Level
Working Environment
Physical Requirements
Travel Requirements