Hospital Case Manager - Care Coordination & Discharge

Memorial Hermann; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann is seeking a Case Manager to support physicians, primary medical homes and interdisciplinary teams in coordinating patient care and improving outcomes while managing costs. The role encompasses care facilitation, discharge planning and communication with payors to ensure timely information and efficient resource use.

The position requires RN or LMSW licensing in Texas, with BSN/MSW preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; RN license in Texas or LMSW in Texas.
• LMSW required; LCSW preferred; certification in Case Management within 2 years of hire.
• BSN or MSW preferred for advanced practice and care coordination.
• Experience in hospital-based nursing or social work; cost/quality management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care across the continuum with physicians, nursing and interdisciplinary teams.
• Lead discharge planning, utilization management and care facilitation to improve outcomes.
• Communicate with payors; document and report pathway variances and outcomes.
• Mentor and precept new hires; participate in performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Leadership

Analytical skills

Discharge planning

Motivational interviewing

Education

RN license (TX)

MSW license (TX)

BSN preferred

MSW preferred

Tools

EMR systems

PC skills

Job description

Memorial Hermann is seeking a Case Manager to support physicians, primary medical homes and interdisciplinary teams in coordinating patient care and improving outcomes while managing costs. The role encompasses care facilitation, discharge planning and communication with payors to ensure timely information and efficient resource use.

The position requires RN or LMSW licensing in Texas, with BSN/MSW preferred.