Care Transitions Leader

Pennstatehershey Diversity; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State Health Milton Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, PA, is seeking a Manager of Care Coordination - Care Transitions to oversee daily operations of case management and social work. This full-time role requires leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and a focus on discharge planning and resource utilization.

Located in Hershey, this day-shift position (8:00a–4:30p) emphasizes ensuring optimal patient throughput, working with families, physicians, and insurance entities to deliver

Qualifications

• Master's of Social Work Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required.
• 5 years experience in acute care required.
• Progressive leadership experience required.
• Either: RN license by PA Board OR Social Worker license by PA Boards required.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of case management and social work for patient throughput.
• Coordinate discharge planning and use of community resources.
• Collaborate with nursing staff, patients/families and physicians for effective care delivery.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written & oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Education

Master's of Social Work

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Penn State Health Milton Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, PA, is seeking a Manager of Care Coordination - Care Transitions to oversee daily operations of case management and social work. This full-time role requires leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and a focus on discharge planning and resource utilization.

Located in Hershey, this day-shift position (8:00a–4:30p) emphasizes ensuring optimal patient throughput, working with families, physicians, and insurance entities to deliver