Emergency Department Care Manager (Night Shift)

CHRISTUS Health; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

Continuing Education Opportunities

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks an Emergency Department Care Manager responsible for patient assessments, care coordination, and facilitating interdisciplinary team collaboration. This role requires strong clinical management skills, the ability to navigate healthcare systems, and familiarity with relevant medical criteria, ensuring optimal patient outcomes in the ED setting. Ideal candidates will have a nursing or social work degree and a commitment to improving patient care while managing resources effectively.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school (BSN preferred) or MSW required.
• 3+ years of relevant clinical care management experience required.
• RN or LMSW in the state of employment required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient assessments and care plans.
• Facilitate discharges and establish home health arrangements.
• Educate ED staff on medical necessity for admissions.

Skills

Clinical Case Management

Patient Assessment

Care Coordination

Evidence-based Criteria

Medical Terminology

Education

BSN or MSW

Tools

Prior Authorization Software

Job description

A leading healthcare provider seeks an Emergency Department Care Manager responsible for patient assessments, care coordination, and facilitating interdisciplinary team collaboration. This role requires strong clinical management skills, the ability to navigate healthcare systems, and familiarity with relevant medical criteria, ensuring optimal patient outcomes in the ED setting. Ideal candidates will have a nursing or social work degree and a commitment to improving patient care while managing resources effectively.