Care Transitions RN: Discharge & Care Coordination

Memorial Hermann; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann in Houston, TX invites experienced Case Managers to join our team. The role supports physicians, primary medical homes, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care, discharge planning, and resource utilization while maintaining cost effectiveness.

You will document, communicate with payors and care team, and drive performance improvement; a nursing or social work background with case management certification within 2 years is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; RN in Texas or LMSW in Texas required.
• Case Management certification within 2 years of hire.
• Three years nursing or social work experience in an acute hospital-based setting or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care progression across the continuum.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, and care team to ensure timely and appropriate care.
• Resolve system barriers to discharge and facilitate timely discharge.
• Document in medical records and communicate with payors and care team.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and participate in performance improvement activities.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Leadership

Analytical skills

Discharge planning

Utilization management

Team collaboration

Time management

Independent work

Education

RN degree (Texas)

MSW degree (Texas)

Bachelor’s in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Memorial Hermann in Houston, TX invites experienced Case Managers to join our team. The role supports physicians, primary medical homes, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care, discharge planning, and resource utilization while maintaining cost effectiveness.

You will document, communicate with payors and care team, and drive performance improvement; a nursing or social work background with case management certification within 2 years is required.