Inpatient Care Navigator & Discharge Manager

Advocate Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care is seeking an experienced RN for care management and discharge planning within a hospital setting. The role emphasizes collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team to ensure timely and effective transitions of care.

The position requires strong knowledge of regulatory guidelines, utilization management, and multi-team coordination. You will work closely with social work, physicians, and nursing staff to optimize patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Typically requires 3 years of nursing experience.
• Clinical experience within the assigned population is preferred.
• Case Management experience or background preferred within 3 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conducts complete assessments and establishes plans within required timeframes, collaborating with patient, family and team.
• Provides continuity of care and discharge planning per regulatory standards with timely, informed decisions.
• Initiates internal and external referrals to ensure timely progress of care and transitions.

Skills

RN

Case Management

Discharge Planning

Collaboration

Regulatory Knowledge

Care Coordination

Education

RN (Registered Nurse)

BSN (preferred)

Tools

Epic EHR

Job description

Advocate Health Care is seeking an experienced RN for care management and discharge planning within a hospital setting. The role emphasizes collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team to ensure timely and effective transitions of care.

The position requires strong knowledge of regulatory guidelines, utilization management, and multi-team coordination. You will work closely with social work, physicians, and nursing staff to optimize patient outcomes.