Care Manager RN Per Diem Variable

Providence Health Plan Group; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Providence Little Company of Mary in Torrance, CA is seeking an Inpatient Care Manager RN on a per diem basis. The role involves patient‑centric care management in an acute care environment, with emphasis on assessment, planning, coordination of care, discharge planning, and advocacy.

Must have a California RN license and an Associate's Degree in Nursing. Minimum 2 years of acute care experience in Medical‑Surgical or inpatient settings; 1 year in care management or utilization review preferred;

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree Nursing required at hire.
• California RN license required at hire.
• 2 years acute care experience in Medical-Surgical or inpatient setting.
• 1 year in care management or utilization review.

Responsibilities

• Assess and plan for at‑risk patients in an acute care setting.
• Coordinate care and manage resource utilization and discharge planning.
• Document interventions and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Advocate for patients and ensure care is given at the right time and setting.

Skills

California RN license

Acute care experience

Care management

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Care Manager RN – Providence Little Company of Mary, Torrance, CA

This position is Per Diem and will work 8‑hour, variable shifts.

The Inpatient Registered Nurse (RN) Care Manager provides professional, comprehensive, patient‑centric care management services for at‑risk patients in an acute care environment. Accountabilities include assessment and planning, coordination of care, resource utilization management and/or review, discharge planning, documentation of interventions, regulatory compliance and patient advocacy. The goal of the Inpatient Care Management RN is to ensure the use of appropriate healthcare resources throughout the continuum, so that the care provided is the right care, at the right time, in the right setting.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's Degree Nursing degree/diploma upon hire
• California Registered Nurse License upon hire
• 2 years Acute care experience in a Medical Surgical or Inpatient setting
• 1 year
• Experience in care management or utilization review in any setting, OR
• Upon hire successful completion of TIPS program or Case Management Orientation Program

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Nursing or higher within 3 years of hire
• Case management certification (ACM or CCM)

Benefits

Our benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) savings plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well‑being resources and more.

Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.

Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate’s placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on‑call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.