Care Manager RN PRN

Newport Medical Center; Eastport (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport Medical Center is seeking a Care Manager - RN to coordinate discharge planning, transitions of care, and case management to optimize patient outcomes. The role collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, reviews records for medical necessity, and ensures compliance with standards.

The position requires an RN with an Associate Degree (Bachelor's preferred) and 2–4 years of clinical nursing and care management experience.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Review daily medical records to assess admission/continuation and service utilization.
• Collaborate with IDT to coordinate patient care and transitions of care.
• Develop and implement discharge plans and coordinate post-hospital placement.
• Refer cases to physicians or managers when criteria are not met.
• Serve as liaison with community agencies to facilitate patient transitions.
• Lead interdisciplinary meetings to address patient needs and care planning.
• Maintain accurate documentation of case management activities and referrals.
• Assist patients, families, and physicians regarding discharge planning and post-hospital care options.
• Performs other duties as assigned and maintains attendance.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Skills

Case management

Discharge planning

Interdisciplinary teamwork

EMR proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

EMR software

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
• Accredited Case Manager (ACM) preferred
• CCM - Certified Case Manager preferred
• BLS - Basic Life Support preferred