Care Transitions RN - Case Management - Full Time - Days

About Montrose Regional Health: As the leading healthcare in the Uncompahgre Valley, MRH offers patients personalized and professional healthcare backed by the latest technology experience, and partnership, we continue to evolve and broaden our comprehensive services in 23-specialties and sub- specialties. We are the hospital, the healthcare resource, and the employer of choice in our communities. Montrose Regional Health is a not for-profit accredited by the Joint Commission meeting the highest standards of healthcare. About the "Department" Montrose Regional Health Case Managers help our patients understand their options concerning the specific situation they are dealing with at the time. We are liaisons between patients and their treatment or care options. About The Career: The Care Transitions nurse functions as a member of a multidisciplinary team as an advocate, liaison, and educator for complex patients with high risk for recurrent hospital and Emergency Department admissions. This position supports patients in making a smooth transition and having a successful recovery, post hospital or Emergency Department discharge. The Care Transitions nurse will provide individualized assistance to patients, families, and caregivers to help identify and overcome barriers that may hinder quality and timely medical and psychosocial patient care that contribute to hospital readmissions. The Care Transitions nurse follows the patient starting during hospital admission and for 30 days post hospital discharge. Home and community visits are an expectation of this position. All About You: Graduation from an accredited registered nursing program with a minimum of an Associate Degree in Nursing. BSN preferred. Current, unrestricted nursing license in the State of Colorado or compact state. Minimum of two years of experience required. Nurse navigator experience and/or patient educator is preferred. BLS required upon hire. What We Offer: Mentoring Student loan employer contributions up to $10,800 tax free! Ability to earn an additional $5.00 per hour by participating in our Clinical Ladder program Relocation Assistance Continuing Education 401 K Retirement Plan with employer match Multiple health options to selection from Our Brand: Integrity honesty in everything we do Service with care and compassion Excellence Leadership with innovation Creativity We care for our team like family. * This position is located in Montrose Colorado