Care Manager - Case Management Services - PRN

ECU Health; Nags Head (NC); On-site; USD 43,394 - 63,245; Part time

Job summary

ECU Health is seeking a Care Manager responsible for coordinating patient care through collaboration with healthcare teams. This role focuses on enhancing care quality while managing costs effectively. The ideal candidate will hold an Associate Degree in Nursing or a Bachelor's in Social Work, with 0-3 years of experience in Medical Case Management.

This position operates on a 0.03 FTE basis with 8-hour shifts during the day. The starting pay is competitive based on local market standards, ranging from $31.50 to $45.91.

Qualifications

• Healthcare-related education is required for this role.
• Experience in Medical Case Management, preferably 0-3 years.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care plans with providers, patients, and families.
• Identify performance improvement areas related to patient care.
• Manage designated patient caseload effectively.

Skills

Medical Case Management

Patient Care Coordination

Collaboration

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing or higher or Bachelor's Degree in Social Work

Job description

Position Summary

The Care Manager is responsible for coordination of the plan of care through collaboration with the provider, the interdisciplinary team, the patient and family. The Care Manager facilitates the plan of care with the underlying objective of enhancing the quality of patient care, optimizing clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction while managing the cost of care. In addition, the Care Manager helps drive change by identifying areas where performance improvement is needed (e.g., day to day workflow, education, process improvements and patient satisfaction). The Care Manager is accountable for a designated patient caseload and plans effectively in order to meet patient needs, manage the length of service, promote efficient utilization of resources and ensure a well‑organized and safe plan of care is established for every patient.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Associate Degree in Nursing or higher or Bachelors of Science in Social Work or higher is required.
• If a Registered Nurse, current licensure as a Registered Nurse by the NC Board of Nursing is required.
• Experience: 0-3 years of Medical Case Management.

Pay Range

$31.50 - $45.91. Starting pay in the Outer Banks Hospital/Outer Banks Medical Group market may be higher to reflect local market competitiveness.

Other Information

• Position: 0.03 FTE, 8‑hour shifts
• Shift: Days, as needed

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We value diversity and are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicants’ qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint.

Contact Information

Tina Chavez, Recruiter; ECU Health Talent Acquisition; Email: [e-mail]