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Show me jobs like this one| Job ID Number: | 528729 |
| Job Type: | Full Time |
| States: | Texas (TX) |
| City: | Corpus Christi |
| Job Description: |
Fresenius Medical Care North America (FMCNA) has been a global leader in dialysis for over 25 years. With over 2,000 clinics located in communities all across North America, servicing over 161,000 patients, we have a singular focus on dialysis and a determination to help our patients live their lives to the fullest. If you are passionate about your profession and are looking to begin or continue a successful career that will truly make a difference then FMCNA is the place for you. Description Utilizes clinical judgment, independent analysis, critical thinking skills, and detailed knowledge of the acute programs, medical policies and clinical guidelines to identify, review, assess, and coordinate the acute patient care process and discharge planning. Determination of Care - Clinical Risk Assessment Monitor hospital referrals and establish patients into cohorts as acute, new-onset renal illness, chronic, or end-stage renal disease. Assess renal patients as assigned upon admission (or close to day of admission as possible.) Establish estimated length of stay (ELOS). Use the FMS care index model to establish clinical risk level Inpatient Care Management Review the medical record of the assigned renal patient. Apply the Inter-Qual Intensity of Service and Severity of Illness (IS/SI) criteria to ensure level of care appropriateness. Visit with the patient. Complete a nurse care management assessment. Conduct pre-treatment interview with patient and respond to any questions appropriate for the care manager role. Refer patient to other members of the care team, including attending MD, dietician, social worker, nurse, when appropriate. Requirements
BENEFITS: We offer a generous compensation and benefits package that includes medical and dental, 401K match, profit sharing, short and long term disability, tuition reimbursement, and a generous Paid Time Off program! Fresenius Medical Care North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. |
| Employer: |
Fresenius Medical Care |
| Post Date: | 12/17/2011 |
