Care Manager RN Weekends

Community Health Systems; Key West (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan contribution up to 20k

Medical, Vision, Dental insurance

401k match

Job summary

Lower Keys Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for Care Management to oversee discharge planning, transitions of care, and case management activities. The role requires collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and ensuring compliance with standards.

The candidate should have 2-4 years of clinical nursing and care management experience, with CM certification (ACM, CCM, or CMGT-BC) preferred. Weekend shifts and student loan contribution are offered, along with full benefits.

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.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate discharge planning and transitions of care.
• Review medical records for appropriateness and medical necessity.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and accreditation standards.
• Develop and implement discharge plans and post-hospital care arrangements.
• Refer cases to physicians/managers when criteria are not met.
• Liaise with community agencies to facilitate smooth transitions.
• Document case management activities accurately and timely.
• Assist patients, families, and physicians with discharge options.
• Attend and contribute to interdisciplinary meetings.

Skills

EMR proficiency

Communication skills

Discharge planning

Time management

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Join us as a Registered Nurse (RN) - Care Management position at Lower Keys Medical Center

Unit: Case Management(Preferably 2-3 years of CM experience with a certification (ACM, CCM or CMGT-BC)
Shift: Weekends
Student Loan Contribution: Up to $20k
Other incentives include: Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k match & more available for Full and Part-Time roles

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

Job Info

• Job Identification 165586
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 09/30/2026, 06:20 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 5900 College Rd, Key West, FL, 33040, US