Care Manager RN – Discharge & Transitions (PRN)

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Palmer (AK); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 83.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Mat-Su Regional in Palmer, AK is seeking a PRN Care Manager RN to coordinate discharge planning, transitions of care, and case management to ensure optimal patient outcomes. You will review records, collaborate with IDT, and support transitions from hospital to post-acute settings.

The role requires an RN with an associate degree (BSN preferred) and 2–4 years of clinical nursing and care management experience.

Formación

• 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.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conocimientos

Case management

Discharge planning

Transitions of care

EMR documentation

Communication skills

Time management

Educación

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Descripción del empleo

Mat-Su Regional in Palmer, AK is seeking a PRN Care Manager RN to coordinate discharge planning, transitions of care, and case management to ensure optimal patient outcomes. You will review records, collaborate with IDT, and support transitions from hospital to post-acute settings.

The role requires an RN with an associate degree (BSN preferred) and 2–4 years of clinical nursing and care management experience.