Case Manager: Discharge Planning & Care Coordination

Salinas Valley Health Medical Center; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Salinas Valley Health Medical Center is seeking an experienced RN Case Manager for discharge planning and utilization review in our Case Management department.

Under the direction of the Director/Manager, you will evaluate medical necessity, plan discharges, coordinate resources, and ensure timely post-acute care for patients and families. California RN licensure and 3+ years of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• ASN required; BSN preferred.
• Current California RN license; BLS/Healthcare Provider.
• 3 years acute medical-surgical nursing and at least 1 year in utilization review/case management/discharge planning.

Responsibilities

• Perform Utilization Review and discharge planning for assigned patients.
• Analyze medical records for medical necessity and level of care.
• Coordinate discharge planning with care teams and family.
• Identify resources to support discharge needs and follow up.
• Ensure discharge information is culturally and linguistically appropriate for families.

Skills

Utilization Review

Discharge Planning

Nursing assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

ASN in Nursing

BSN preferred

Tools

EMR

Job description

Salinas Valley Health Medical Center is seeking an experienced RN Case Manager for discharge planning and utilization review in our Case Management department.

Under the direction of the Director/Manager, you will evaluate medical necessity, plan discharges, coordinate resources, and ensure timely post-acute care for patients and families. California RN licensure and 3+ years of relevant experience are required.