By Vivian Greenway, PhD, MSA, BSN, PAHM, CCM You may recall in October 2022, I wrote a blog regarding our Chapter Leader Coffee Connects – what they entail, who participates, and what gets accomplished in the monthly sessions. I am returning to share some of my...
By Amy Chartier, BA, MSN, RN, CMGT-BC, Janet Gould, RN, BSN, CCM, CHC, Mindy Owen, RN, CRRN, CCM, FCM Patient advocate, multi-tasker, knowledgeable, nurse, social worker, efficient, mediator, mentor and educator are all words one can use to describe a case manager....
By Marie Stinebuck MBA, MSN, ACM During the past three years, case managers have remained in the hospital as integral members of the healthcare team. As bed shortages were discussed on the news, at all hours of the day, case managers were working to develop safe...
By Sarah Christa Butts, MSW, Director of Public Policy, NASW National Headquarters’ office in Washington, D.C. Every Congressional session offers an opportunity to advocate and advance policies that improve access to social work services and promote the health and...
By Dr. Colleen Morley, DNP, RN, CCM, CMAC, CMCN, ACM-RN, FCM I have seen this question on social media quite a bit recently. Of course, the answer is “no,” you don’t HAVE to join a professional association to have a career in case management, just as you do not NEED...
By CMSA Staff Social workers play a crucial role in society by working to improve the lives of individuals, families, and communities. They are often on the front lines, addressing societal problems, advocating for social justice, and eliminating obstacles to access...
