Director (RN) – Case Management

Taphealthcare; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 112,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tap Healthcare Solutions is seeking an experienced Director (RN) – Case Management to lead operations in Missoula, Montana. This role oversees care coordination, utilization management, and discharge planning to ensure high-quality patient care.

The ideal candidate will possess a current RN license, a Bachelor's degree, and leadership experience in hospital case management. This position offers competitive compensation ranging from approximately $112,000 to $130,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of hospital case management leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Direct hospital case management and care coordination operations.
• Lead utilization management and discharge planning initiatives.
• Mentor case management staff while fostering a collaborative culture.

Skills

Hospital Case Management

Utilization Management

Care Coordination

Discharge Planning

Leadership Skills

Education

Current Montana Registered Nurse (RN) license

Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field

Job description

Position Overview

Tap Healthcare Solutions is seeking an experienced Director (RN) – Case Management to lead hospital case management operations in Missoula, Montana. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing care coordination, utilization management, discharge planning, and interdisciplinary case management services to ensure high-quality, cost-effective patient care.

The Director will partner with physicians, nursing leadership, social work, and executive teams to improve patient outcomes, optimize care transitions, and drive operational excellence. This position offers competitive compensation ranging from approximately $112,000 to $130,000 annually based on experience and the opportunity to lead a critical department within a respected healthcare organization.

Required Qualifications

• Current Montana Registered Nurse (RN) license or eligibility for Montana licensure.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or a related field required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of hospital case management leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Hospital Case Management
  • Utilization Management
  • Care Coordination
  • Discharge Planning
  • Regulatory and Accreditation Standards
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA), or Master of Business Administration (MBA) strongly preferred.
• Extensive hospital case management leadership experience at the Manager or Director level.
• Experience leading quality improvement, patient throughput, and care transition initiatives.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and drive operational performance.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an experienced RN leader with a strong background in hospital case management and care coordination. The hiring team is seeking a candidate with significant hospital case management leadership experience, ideally at the Manager or Director level, who can build high-performing teams, improve patient flow, and lead strategic initiatives that enhance quality and operational outcomes.

Leadership Expectations

We are seeking a leader who can:

• Direct hospital case management and care coordination operations.
• Lead utilization management and discharge planning initiatives.
• Mentor and develop case management staff while fostering a collaborative culture.
• Partner with physicians and executive leadership to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards.

Why Join Through Tap Healthcare Solutions?

Tap Healthcare Solutions partners with leading healthcare organizations to connect experienced healthcare leaders with opportunities that support professional growth and exceptional patient care.

This role offers the opportunity to lead a high-performing case management department, influence organizational strategy, and make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes and healthcare delivery.