Registered nurse case manager vs certification specialist

Differences between registered nurse case manager and certification specialist duties and responsibilities

Registered nurse case manager example responsibilities.

• Lead CNA med certification class and train staff in CPR certification.
• Direct and manage overall functions of both rehab and sub-acute units.
• Manage a 36 bed memory care unit along with a 15 LTC.
• Manage ICU\ PICU, relate to budget, staffing assignments, and evaluations.
• Coordinate and manage all DME and skil therapy services, establish upon admission.
• Manage post-op peritoneal catheters with prescribe flushes and dressing changes until mature and ready for use.
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Certification specialist example responsibilities.

• Support ISO audits for process documentation and software/ literature distribution, managing follow-up corrective action plans as needed.
• Pre-Certify and scheduling of MRI's and bone scans.
• Order supplies, apply cast, splints and other orthopedic equipment.
• Prepare, apply, remove and adjusts casts and splints as advised by physician.
• Review medical records to determine ICD-9 diagnosis and procedure codes according to establish guidelines and submit claims for processing.
• Assign ICD-9 codes for various clinic types such as physical, occupational and speech therapies, diagnostics and labs.
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