Acute Care Care Manager: Discharge & Transitions

Mercy; Ferguson (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans match (32+ hrs)

Job summary

Mercy is hiring a Care Manager to support discharge planning from admission to discharge in collaboration with the care team. The role may involve intervening with patients with complex psychosocial needs, ensuring seamless transitions and adherence to standards of care.

Responsibilities include coordinating patient throughput, collaborating across teams, and applying care guidelines to support safe, efficient care and patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• RN with active license in Missouri or state of employment
• BSN required
• 2–3 years acute care hospital experience preferred
• Care Management/Utilization Management experience preferred
• BLS CPR required or within 90 days of hire
• Certification in Case Management preferred

Responsibilities

• Facilitate discharge planning from admission to discharge in collaboration with the healthcare team
• Coordinate patient throughput and care transitions to ensure quality and safety
• Intervene with patients with complex or high-risk psychosocial needs as assigned
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and care teams
• Use care guidelines to support decision-making and discharge planning

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Critical thinking

Advanced computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

BSN

RN license

Tools

InterQual Care Guidelines

Milliman Care Guidelines

Job description

Mercy is hiring a Care Manager to support discharge planning from admission to discharge in collaboration with the care team. The role may involve intervening with patients with complex psychosocial needs, ensuring seamless transitions and adherence to standards of care.

Responsibilities include coordinating patient throughput, collaborating across teams, and applying care guidelines to support safe, efficient care and patient outcomes.