Admissions/ Discharge Case Manager (RN)

Grand River Health; Rifle (CO); On-site; USD 49,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay range: $35.58–$50.82/hour

Shift differentials: $2–$4/hour nights

Comprehensive benefits

PTO from day one

Retirement plan with match

Job summary

Grand River Health in Rifle, Colorado, is seeking an Admissions/Discharge Case Manager (RN) to coordinate patient care from admission through discharge and ensure safe, efficient, patient-centered transitions.

The ideal candidate will have Colorado RN licensure, BSN preferred, and at least 5 years of nursing experience with case management or discharge planning experience. Proficiency in EHR, utilization review systems, and MS Office is expected.

Qualifications

• Current Colorado RN license (DORA) is required; BLS certification per American Heart Association preferred.
• BSN or equivalent nursing degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years nursing experience; case management or discharge planning experience highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate interdisciplinary care plans, admissions, discharge planning, and transitions of care.
• Collaborate with providers, nursing, therapy, social services, and community resources to address patient needs.
• Assess patient needs, including social determinants of health, and connect to resources.
• Monitor length of stay, discharge barriers, readmission risks, and opportunities to improve quality and continuity of care.
• Maintain documentation, participate in care coordination rounds, and support compliance with policies and nursing standards.

Skills

Care coordination

Collaboration

Communication

RN nursing

Education

BSN or equivalent

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Utilization review systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Admissions/ Discharge Case Manager (RN)

Quality and Risk Management
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Grand River Health | Rifle, CO

At Grand River, we are more than a hospital - we are neighbors taking care of neighbors proudly serving residents of Western Colorado and beyond. Our supportive culture is built on respect, friendliness, and a shared commitment to exceptional patient care.

What You'll Do

The RN Case Manager coordinates patient care from admission through discharge by collaborating with providers, healthcare teams, patients, families, and community partners to ensure safe, efficient, and patient-centered transitions. This role evaluates patient needs, develops discharge plans, and supports quality outcomes through effective care coordination and resource management.

• Coordinate interdisciplinary care plans, admissions, discharge planning, and transitions of care to support positive patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with providers, nursing staff, therapy, social services, outside agencies, and community resources to address patient needs and barriers to care.
• Assess patient needs, including social determinants of health, and connect patients and families with appropriate resources and support services.
• Monitor length of stay, discharge barriers, readmission risks, and opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, and continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate documentation, participate in care coordination rounds, and support compliance with hospital policies, regulatory requirements, and nursing standards.
• Performs a variety of tasks and other duties as assigned

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse with strong clinical knowledge and care coordination skills to support patients throughout their healthcare journey. The ideal candidate is organized, collaborative, and committed to improving patient outcomes through effective communication, advocacy, and transition planning.

• Current Colorado Registered Nurse DORA license required; BSN or equivalent preferred, along with a current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Minimum of 5 years of nursing experience preferred, with case management or discharge planning experience highly desired.
• Strong knowledge of professional nursing practices, patient care standards, safety principles, and healthcare regulations.
• Skilled in communication, collaboration, and building effective relationships with patients, families, providers, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Proficient in electronic health records, utilization review systems, Microsoft Office, and other computer applications used to support patient care.

What We Offer

Our total rewards package includes

• Pay Range: $35.58 - $50.82/hour (based on experience)
• Shift Differentials:$2-$4/hour for nights and weekends
• Comprehensive Benefits:Medical, dental, vision, PTO from day one, extended illness time, retirement plan with match, and more
• Perks:Payroll deductions for hot springs, gyms, ski passes, pet insurance, access to outdoor recreation, and more!

Compensation may vary outside this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience.

Position is open until filled unless posted otherwise.

Why Join Grand River Health?

As a special taxing district, we are accountable to our community, allowing us to prioritizeexceptional patient-centered careover financial bottom lines. Our main hospital campus is located in picturesque Rifle, Colorado with twenty-five beds providing a wide range of services, along with a long-term care center and a satellite campus. While the secret is out that this is a great place to live, the atmosphere ofa caring and friendly communityhas been preserved amidst a steady growth of population.

OUR MISSION:

To improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

OUR VISION:

To be our communities’ first choice in quality healthcare.