Care Coordination Manager: Discharge & Outcomes

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc.; Beckley (WV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc. seeks a Care Manager to coordinate patient care across the continuum, evaluate financial and clinical planning, and assure efficient discharge outcomes.

The role requires managing a caseload from preadmission through discharge, collaborating with physicians, payers, and the care team, and leading discharge planning meetings to optimize resources and documentation.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the state of employment.
• LPN license required.
• 4–6 years of nursing experience preferred.
• Strong problem solving and decision making skills.

Responsibilities

• Manages an assigned caseload from preadmission to discharge.
• Coordinates communication with physicians, payers and the multidisciplinary team.
• Leads discharge planning meetings and documents outcomes.
• Monitors length of stay and resource use for cost containment.
• Assists in denials management and ensures regulatory compliance.

Skills

Care coordination

Discharge planning

Denials management

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing (RN) and licensed

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc. seeks a Care Manager to coordinate patient care across the continuum, evaluate financial and clinical planning, and assure efficient discharge outcomes.

The role requires managing a caseload from preadmission through discharge, collaborating with physicians, payers, and the care team, and leading discharge planning meetings to optimize resources and documentation.