Agency Information Links: https://www.pikevillehospital.org/mission-vision-and-values/
Helpful Links for Medical Case Management: https://www.nursingcenter.com/ce_articleprint?an=01269241-201911000-00002
- Purpose & Goals: A description of the purpose and goals of the agency or particular program with which you are involved.
The mission of the hospital is to advance the health and well-being of the region through comprehensive care in a Christian environment. The hospitals vision is to be the provider and employer of choice for healthcare in the region we serve.
The purpose and goals of case management within the hospital is to help connect patients to needed resources as well as make sure the patients are getting adequate treatment.
“According to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), the main goal of care coordination is to meet patients' needs and preferences in the delivery of high-quality, high-value health care” (nursingcenter.com). Identify relevant social problems and public issues the agency targets.
Relevant social problems and public issues that case managers target is making sure patients have transportation, needed medical equipment, somewhere to go upon discharge, and addiction.
2.History: How many years has your agency existed? Describe any major changes that have occurred.
The agency opened on December 24, 1924. Over the years, the hospital has developed into the only level 2 trauma center in the region and recently opened up an attached children’s hospital
- Client System:
What are the general characteristics and needs of the population group served by the agency or program?
Common needs include transportation, equipment, healthcare services such as hospice or home health, permanent residence placement, and rehab
Who is eligible to receive services?
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