Case Manager: Hospital Care Transitions & Discharge

Akron Children's Hospital; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children's Hospital is seeking a Case Manager to coordinate hospitalization and discharge planning for a patient caseload. You will work onsite on the Akron Main campus, Monday–Friday, with 8am–4:30pm shifts, and support families through transition care.

The role requires RN licensure in Ohio, BSN preferred, and 3–5 years of case management experience, plus strong communication skills and EMR proficiency. BLS is required.

Qualifications

• RN licensed in Ohio with BSN preferred; 3–5 years case management experience.
• BLS certification required; proficient in MS Office and EMR systems.
• Experience coordinating care and discharge planning for patients.

Responsibilities

• Manage caseload from preadmission through post-discharge follow-up.
• Coordinate care with health care team and community resources.
• Assess homegoing needs and plan safe transitions for patients.
• Develop materials to support discharge planning and education.
• Communicate effectively with families, staff, and providers.
• Actively participate in care planning and problem solving.

Skills

Case management

Nursing

MS Office

EMR (Epic)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) or higher

RN license in Ohio

BLS certification

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Akron Children's Hospital is seeking a Case Manager to coordinate hospitalization and discharge planning for a patient caseload. You will work onsite on the Akron Main campus, Monday–Friday, with 8am–4:30pm shifts, and support families through transition care.

The role requires RN licensure in Ohio, BSN preferred, and 3–5 years of case management experience, plus strong communication skills and EMR proficiency. BLS is required.