Case Manager (CM)

Lifepoint Health®; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

Life, accident, and disability ins.

Tuition assistance & 401(k)

Wellness programs

Career advancement

Job summary

Palomar Health Rehabilitation Institute in Escondido, California, is seeking a full-time Case Manager (CM) for our inpatient rehabilitation unit. You will coordinate the interdisciplinary care plan, manage discharge planning, and communicate patient progress to ensure timely, safe transitions within the hospital setting.

The role requires a valid RN, Social Worker, or therapy license, with at least two years in an inpatient setting.

Qualifications

• Needs active licensure as a healthcare professional (RN, Social Work, RT, PT, OT, or SLP).
• Minimum 2 years of inpatient social work or case management experience preferred; acute rehab experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and ability to coordinate with medical and non-medical staff.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate interdisciplinary care plans and discharge planning.
• Communicate patient progress to caregivers and healthcare team.
• Document IPoC per CMS guidelines within timelines.
• Schedule and participate in family conferences and weekly team meetings.
• Identify barriers to discharge and develop solutions.

Skills

Communication skills

Coordination

MS Office

Education

RN license

Social Worker license

Respiratory Therapist license

Physical Therapist license

Occupational Therapist license

Speech-Language Pathologist license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Case Manager (CM) - Inpatient Rehabilitation

Full-time

Wage scale: $95,680 - $114,000 per year

Supportive Leadership, Superior Outcomes, Career Advancement

Your Experience Matters

At Palomar Health Rehabilitation Institute, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Case Manager joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How You'll Contribute

The Licensed Case Manager is responsible for coordinating the interdisciplinary care plan, discharge planning, and patient progress communication within the inpatient rehabilitation setting. This role serves as a liaison among patients, caregivers, and the healthcare team to ensure timely and effective care transitions.

• Complete departmental orientation, as well as initial and annual competencies.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to identify barriers to care or discharge and develop appropriate solutions.
• Document patient care activities in alignment with workflow timelines, including completion of the Individual Plan of Care (IPoC) per CMS guidelines.
• Schedule family conferences and communicate progress and discharge planning with caregivers after team conferences and as needed.
• Coordinate weekly interdisciplinary team conferences to monitor treatment goals and outcomes.
• Review assigned Case Mix Group (CMG) and assist the team in identifying actively treated comorbid conditions; communicate findings to the Health Information Management (HIM) team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Additional Information
• Strong communication and coordination skills required.
• Ability to manage complex cases and work collaboratively with medical and non-medical staff.

What We Offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications And Requirements

Education & License: Licensure required as a Registered Nurse, Social Worker, Respiratory Therapist, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Speech-Language Pathologist.

Certifications: Certification in Case Management or Rehabilitation Nursing preferred (e.g., CCM, ACM, RN-BC, ARN).

Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in social work or case management in an inpatient setting preferred; acute rehabilitation hospital experience strongly preferred.

Skills: Effective oral and written communication in English; additional languages preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications required.

About Us

Palomar Health Rehabilitation Institute is a 52-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital located in Escondido, California, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

Lifepoint Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve. Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.