Care Manager RN: Discharge & Transitions Leader

CHS Career Site; Powell (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CHS Career Site is seeking a registered nurse to serve as Care Manager, coordinating discharge planning, transitions of care, and case management to optimize patient outcomes. Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, chart reviews for appropriateness, and adherence to standards are essential.

The role emphasizes documentation, communication with patients and families, and effective care transitions across settings. RN licensure and relevant experience are required or preferred as noted.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Review daily medical records to assess admission, stay, and utilization of diagnostic services.
• Coordinate discharge plans and post-hospital placement with interdisciplinary teams.
• Refer cases to physicians or managers when criteria are not met.
• Serve as liaison with community agencies to facilitate transitions.
• Facilitate interdisciplinary meetings to address patient care needs and care planning.
• Document case management activities and ensure compliance with reporting requirements.
• Assist patients, families, and physicians with discharge planning and post-hospital care options.

Skills

Care management

Discharge planning

Transitions of care

EMR proficiency

Communication skills

Organization

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

EMR software

Job description

CHS Career Site is seeking a registered nurse to serve as Care Manager, coordinating discharge planning, transitions of care, and case management to optimize patient outcomes. Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, chart reviews for appropriateness, and adherence to standards are essential.

The role emphasizes documentation, communication with patients and families, and effective care transitions across settings. RN licensure and relevant experience are required or preferred as noted.