CASE MANAGER - LPN/LVN

Kentfield and San Francisco Specialty Hospital; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Kentfield and San Francisco Specialty Hospital is seeking a qualified Case Manager to coordinate clinically complex patient care across a continuum and ensure quality outcomes. The role requires active LVN/LPN or MSW licensure in the state, BLS certification, and preferred CCM/ACM certification.

The position emphasizes discharge planning and cross-team collaboration. Ideal candidate demonstrates strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills, with a focus on patient-centered outcomes

Qualifications

• Must hold an active LVN/LPN license or MSW license in state of employment.
• BLS certification required.
• 1 year of case management experience preferred.
• CCM or ACM certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinically complex patient care across a continuum.
• Ensure quality clinical and cost outcomes; arrange necessary services and resources.
• Develop and implement comprehensive discharge plans.
• Apply professional standards of practice in case management.
• Communicate and collaborate with diverse teams and families.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Licensed LVN/LPN

Licensed MSW

BLS Certification

CCM/ACM Certification (preferred)

Tools

Medical records systems

Job description

Founded in 1954 as Center Medical Hospital, Kentfield Hospital- now a subsidiary of American Advanced Management-is a Long-Term Acute care Hospital (LTACH) serving patients across two locations in Marin County and San Francisco. Our 60-bed facilities specialize in caring for individuals with critical or chronic complex medical conditions who require extended recovery periods.Kentfield Hospital offers a comprehensive range of services, including cardiac care, neuro recovery, respiratory support, advanced wound care and physical/occupational therapy. Each patient receives a personalized treatment plan designed to support their unique recovery journey.We are proud to hold The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for Hospital Accreditation, reflecting our commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. At Kentfield, we work in close partnership with patients and families to help achieve the best possible outcomes.POSITION SUMMARYResponsibility to coordinate clinically complex patient’s care across a continuum; ensuring and facilitating the achievement of quality clinical and cost outcomes, negotiating, procuring and coordinating appropriate services and resources needed by the patients, and at key points, intervening to address and resolve issues/concerns. Key in ensuring appropriate sequencing of treatment goals and implementation of a comprehensive discharge plan. Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide case management services to the patient population experiencing rehabilitation needs. ***Please Note: This position is sign-on bonus eligible. ***POSITION SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises the following positions: NoneESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to identify and implement components of the Case Management process. Identify learning needs and teach patients and families. Ability to communicate and collaborate with a variety of teams and individuals. Working knowledge and ability to apply professional standards of practice in job situations.POSITION QUALIFICATIONSMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Current, valid, and active license to practice as an LVN/LPN, MSW or Licensed Social Worker in the state of employment required. Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association is required.ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:One (1) year of case management experience preferred. Previous LTAC experience preferred.CCM or ACM certification preferred. Working knowledge and ability to apply professional standards of practice in job situations.Must be assertive and personable with the ability to balance the complex challenge of delivering quality, cost appropriate, and service-oriented outcomes.Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of the principles and concepts of case management and applicable standards of voluntary and regulatory agencies for review activities.Proficient in collecting and retrieving material from medical records.Knowledgeable in utilization review, medical terminology, appropriate levels of care, treatment, modalities, statues, and healthcare delivery models. Communication skills, both written and oral, must be outstanding and practiced with all internal and external business relationships.Interpersonal relationship abilities must be highly refined with negotiation and problem solving skills at a very high level. Must possess strong clinical assessment and process skills.Critical thinking skills must be demonstrated in all situations.Ability to project a professional image.Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions.Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.