Care Manager RN

Community Health Systems; Palmer (AK); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

PTO

Tuition assistance

Loan reimbursement

Job summary

Mat-Su Regional Medical Center in Palmer, AK is seeking a Care Manager - RN to coordinate discharge planning, transitions of care, and case management to optimize patient outcomes. You will review records, collaborate with IDT, and ensure compliance with standards.

The role emphasizes developing discharge plans, coordinating post-hospital services, and documenting activities. RN licensure in state or compact, BLS preferred, and 2-4 years' experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in nursing required.
• 2-4 years of clinical nursing experience in hospital/home health/nursing home.
• 2-4 years of care management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review daily medical records to assess admission appropriateness.
• Coordinate discharge plans and post-hospital placement with care teams.
• Refer cases to physicians when criteria unmet.
• Maintain accurate documentation of case management activities.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to address care transitions.

Skills

Case management

Discharge planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

EMR documentation

Communication skills

Time management

Nursing assessment

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

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

As a core employee with Mat-Su Regional, you will be eligible for competitive base pay, night shift incentives, and a robust total rewards compensation package.

• health insurance, dental, vision, 401K, PTO and more!
• Mat-Su company insured and family members will be eligible for drastic medical care discounts in all areas of care!
• tuition assistance
• loan reimbursement program up to $20,000!

From the majestic Pioneer and Twin Peaks in the Chugach Range to the Talkeetna Mountains in Southcentral Alaska, Palmer is framed in breathtaking beauty. Located 42 miles northeast of Anchorage on the Glenn Highway in the Matanuska Valley, the city's unique history and heritage are unparalleled in the state.

Mat-Su Regional Medical Center has twice been named one of the Top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review and in 2019 received the Alaska State Hospital and Nursing Home Association's patient safety award, “High Reliability: Persevering in the Pursuit of Zero Patient Harm.” Mat-Su Regional Medical Center is your community healthcare provider, a 125-bed facility with a wide range of inpatient and outpatient care, diagnostic imaging and emergency, medical and surgical services. Mat-Su Regional Medical Center also offers a sleep lab, cardiac catheterization lab, advanced wound care, inpatient behavioral health services, three off-site urgent care facilities, robotic surgery and advanced total hip replacement procedures.

Job Info

• Job Identification 159899
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 07/31/2026, 05:10 PM
• Degree Level Associate Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 2500 S Woodworth Loop, Palmer, AK, 99645, US