Care Manager Registered Nurse PRN

Physicians Regional Healthcare System; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Physicians Regional Healthcare System is seeking an experienced Care Manager RN (PRN) to coordinate discharge planning and transitions of care. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to review records, ensure medical necessity, and implement discharge plans that meet patient needs.

Strong EMR skills and patient-centered communication are essential. The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, social services, and community agencies to support safe transitions from hospital to next

Qualifications

• Knowledge of case management principles and discharge planning.
• Familiarity with federal, state, and accreditation standards related to case management.
• Ability to collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate discharge planning and transitions of care for patients.
• Review medical records to assess admission appropriateness and utilization of services.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure effective patient care and resolve transitions of care issues.
• Develop and implement discharge plans including post-hospital placement and social services.
• Refer cases to physicians or managers when criteria are not met and ensure timely interventions.
• Liaise with community agencies to facilitate seamless transitions.
• Document case management activities accurately and timely.

Skills

Case management

Discharge planning

Transitions of care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Communication

EMR proficiency

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Join us as a Registered Nurse (RN) - Care Manager PRN position at Physicians Regional Medical Center - Collier campus

Unit: Care ManagementRN
Shift: PRN

Job Summary

The Care Manager - RN is responsible for coordinating and overseeing discharge planning, transitions of care, and case management activities to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This role involves collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, reviewing medical records for appropriateness and medical necessity, and maintaining compliance with federal, state, and accreditation standards.

Essential Functions

• Conducts daily reviews of medical records to assess the appropriateness of admission, continued hospital stay, and utilization of diagnostic services.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams (IDT) to ensure effective communication and coordination of patient care, including identifying avoidable days and resolving care transition issues.
• Develops and implements discharge plans, coordinating post-hospital placement and social services to meet patient needs.
• Refers cases to physicians or managers when patients do not meet established criteria, ensuring timely and appropriate interventions.
• Serves as a liaison with community agencies, maintaining relationships and facilitating seamless transitions for discharged patients.
• Facilitates interdisciplinary meetings to address patient care needs, resolve challenges, and support collaborative care planning.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of case management activities, including records of referrals, patient interactions, and compliance with reporting requirements.
• Provides assistance to patients, families, and physicians regarding discharge planning and post-hospital care options.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing required
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred
• 2-4 years of clinical nursing experience in a hospital, home health, or nursing home setting required
• 2-4 years of care management experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of case management principles, discharge planning, and transitions of care.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and Joint Commission standards related to case management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to assess complex situations, identify solutions, and implement care plans efficiently.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) and documentation systems.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure state licensure in state of employment or Compact state licensure required
• BLS - Basic Life Support preferred

Job Info

• Job Identification 167936
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 10/14/2026, 07:49 PM
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 6101 Pine Ridge Rd, Naples, FL, 34119, US