Inpatient Care Coordinator - Rural Discharge Expert

NCHA; Lancaster (NH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

North Country Healthcare in New Hampshire seeks an Inpatient Case Manager to lead comprehensive care coordination during hospitalization, ensuring safe, timely discharge and addressing medical, psychosocial, and financial barriers in rural settings.

This role requires clinical judgment, decision-making, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes and continuity of care; CCM certification and life support training are preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Nursing, Social Work, Healthcare Management, or related field required.
• 4 years of experience in the field acceptable in lieu of formal education.
• Certification in Case Management (CCM) preferred; BLS/ACLS/PALS training may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-depth assessments of patients' medical, psychosocial, and financial needs upon admission.
• Identify barriers to discharge such as transportation, home support, or insurance.
• Develop individualized care and discharge plans with the interdisciplinary team.
• Coordinate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and external providers to ensure cohesive care.
• Provide education to patients and families on treatment plans and follow-up care.
• Advocate for patient needs to access rural resources and post-acute services.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Discharge planning

Inpatient case management

Rural healthcare navigation

Education

Associate degree or higher (Nursing / Social Work / Healthcare Management)

Job description

North Country Healthcare in New Hampshire seeks an Inpatient Case Manager to lead comprehensive care coordination during hospitalization, ensuring safe, timely discharge and addressing medical, psychosocial, and financial barriers in rural settings.

This role requires clinical judgment, decision-making, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes and continuity of care; CCM certification and life support training are preferred.