Case Manager RN - PRN

LifeBridge Health; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

On-site parking

Job summary

Sinai Hospital in Baltimore seeks an Inpatient Care Manager to coordinate discharge planning and care management for patients with complex needs. You will work closely with the clinical team to assess needs and plan safe transitions in the inpatient setting.

The role emphasizes collaboration, understanding of regulatory and payer requirements, and proactive planning to minimize denials and optimize patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required
• BSN preferred; ADN required
• 3-5 years related experience in inpatient case management/discharge planning
• Maryland RN license or eligibility
• Case Management certification preferred within 3-5 years of hire
• Pay range provided: $50.00 at time of posting

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing care management assessment to determine discharge planning needs in the inpatient setting
• Create focused discharge plans for high-risk patients with identified needs
• Collaborate with clinical team to initiate the anticipated discharge plan
• Stay informed on regulatory matters and payer requirements related to care and discharge planning

Skills

Inpatient care management

Discharge planning

RN license

Case Mgmt cert

Education

Bachelor's degree (BSN preferred; ADN required)

Job description

Sinai Hospital's inpatient Care Management team provides discharge planning, transitional care coordination, complex care management, and utilization review through a multidisciplinary team of registered nurses, LPNs, licensed social workers, and administrative staff. While many functions are dictated by regulatory requirements, the core clinical focus is always on ensuring a safe and effective transition to the next appropriate level of care. Your work directly supports safe discharge planning, reduces barriers to care, and improves patient outcomes.

Position Summary

The Inpatient Care Manager, in collaboration with the clinical team and medical provider, provides discharge planning coordination and intervention. The Care Manager strives to promote patient wellness, improved care outcomes, efficient utilization of health services and minimize denials of payment among a patient population with complex health needs.

Essential Functions

Assessment: Performs initial and ongoing Care Management assessment to determine, based on patient's condition and presentation, care coordination and discharge planning needs as appropriate in the Inpatient setting.

Planning: Creates a focused, anticipated discharge plan of care for assessed high risk patients with identified needs.

Intervention/Evaluation: Collaborates with the clinical team and medical provider to initiate the anticipated discharge plan for patients.

Performance Improvement: Stays abreast of changing organizational, emergency department, Care Management, and clinical trends, regulatory matters and third-party payer requirements related to clinical care, discharge planning, and precertification or aftercare benefits.

Requirements/Qualifications

Basic professional knowledge; equivalent to a Bachelor's degree; working knowledge of theory and practice within a specialized field

BSN preferred; ADN required

3-5 years related experience; Prior experience with inpatient case management/discharge planning required

Registered Nurse License - Current Maryland license or eligibility to obtain Maryland license

Case Mgmt cert preferred within 3-5 yrs of hire

Pay Range: $50.00 to $50.00

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire, plus wellness programs and mental health support

403(b) retirement plan with employer match, pension, and life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement toward advanced degrees and specialty certifications

Generous paid time off, fitness discounts, and free on-site parking

About Sinai Hospital

Sinai Hospital of Baltimore is a nationally recognized academic medical center, a designated Level II Trauma Center, and the largest community hospital in Maryland. As part of LifeBridge Health - one of the region's most comprehensive healthcare systems - Sinai delivers advanced care with a mission to improve the health of the communities we serve, and to take care of the people who take care of patients.

About LifeBridge Health

LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to "improve the health of people in the communities we serve." Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care.

With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in Maryland.

Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELY-where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare.

LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.