A professional who is trained to assess, plan, implement, coordinate, and monitor the options and services necessary to meet a person’s health care needs. Case managers work in a variety of situations, including hospitals, health care plans, physicians practices, skilled nursing facilities, and assisted living centers.
A healthcare professional who offers support and assistance to patients beyond the hospital setting is known as a caregiver. These dedicated individuals provide additional help to patients by addressing their needs and requirements outside of the hospital environment.