Case Manager / RN

UKHS St. Francis Campus; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Health benefits

Job summary

UKHS St. Francis Campus in Topeka, KS, is seeking a variable shift, full-time Case Management Acute Care Case Manager RN. The role involves assessing and coordinating patient care across the continuum, ensuring medical necessity of services, and coordinating resources to optimize outcomes.

The position reports to the Director of Case Management; requires RN licensure and nursing degree, with 2+ years of acute hospital experience and CM certification (ACM/CCM) preferred.

Qualifications

• RN with valid licensure and nursing degree.
• 2+ years of acute hospital-based nursing experience preferred.
• Experience in acute care hospital case management preferred.
• Certification in case management (ACM or CCM) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and coordinate patient care across the continuum using criteria to manage benefits.
• Manage care and resources to reduce unnecessary utilization.
• Reports to the Director of Case Management or designee.

Skills

RN

Acute care

Case management

Education

RN licensure

Associate or higher nursing degree

ACM certification

CCM certification

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a variable shift, full-time, Case Management Acute Care Case Manager Registered Nurse in Topeka, Kansas.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive:We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First:We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better:We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, a part of a rich legacy of compassionate care since 1909, now offers 378 licensed beds, a history of innovation, and strong community support.

Responsibilities

• The Case Manager RN is responsible for assessing and coordinating patient care across the continuum, utilizing accepted criteria and guidelines to manage benefits and determine the medical necessity of the services provided.
• This position functions to achieve optimal clinical and quality outcomes by effectively managing care and resources to reduce unnecessary utilization.
• The Case Manager RN reports to the Director of Case Management or designee.

Qualifications

Job Requirements

• RN, Associates degree in nursing or higher.

Preferred Job Requirements

• 2+ years' acute hospital-based nursing experience.
• Experience in acute care hospital case management.
• Certification in case management (ACM or CCM).