Inpatient Case Manager (LVN or RN)

Astrana Health, Inc.; Johnston (RI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrana Health, Inc. is seeking a Case Manager (RN/LVN) to coordinate care for adult patients and support safe transitions of care. You will collaborate with hospitalists, discharge planners, and care teams to optimize utilization and reduce hospital readmissions.

The role welcomes nurses from diverse backgrounds and offers training in case management. A full-time, on-site position based in Johnston, RI with standard weekday hours is available.

Qualifications

• Active Rhode Island RN or LVN license is required.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience.
• Ability to commute to Johnston, RI.
• Strong analytical and critical reasoning abilities.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Case Management Department policies and procedures.
• Achieve compliance with Utilization Management standards for Case Management.
• Collaborate with hospitalists, case managers, and discharge planners to establish discharge plans.
• Review medical records to determine medical necessity and level of care.
• Assess, plan, implement, coordinate, monitor, and evaluate services to reduce readmissions.
• Report daily activities and trends to Case Management leadership.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Critical reasoning

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

Rhode Island RN or LVN licensure

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

About the Role
We are currently seeking a highly motivated Case Manager (RN/LVN) to support our Care Management team at Astrana Health. This role is responsible for coordinating care for adult patient populations, facilitating safe transitions of care, supporting utilization management activities, and reducing hospital readmissions.

The ideal candidate brings strong clinical experience, excellent critical thinking skills, and a passion for improving patient outcomes. We welcome nurses with diverse clinical backgrounds and are willing to train candidates who are new to case management.

Our Values

• Put Patients First
• Empower Entrepreneurial Provider and Care Teams
• Operate with Integrity & Excellence
• Be Innovative
• Work As One Team

What You'll Do

• Comply with Case Management Department policies and procedures
• Achieve 95-100% compliance with Utilization Management health plan delegation standards for Case Management
• Utilize Milliman Care Guidelines criteria for transition of care, skilled nursing needs, and acute rehabilitation placement recommendations
• Collaborate with hospitalists, case managers, and discharge planners to establish discharge plans upon admission
• Coordinate initial and concurrent reviews through medical record review and provide accurate daily inpatient admission reporting to leadership
• Review medical records and supporting documentation to determine medical necessity, appropriateness, and level of care
• Assess, plan, implement, coordinate, monitor, and evaluate services with the goal of reducing hospital readmissions
• Attend and coordinate case management meetings on-site and off-site as required
• Communicate determination outcomes to providers and members in accordance with regulatory and accreditation requirements
• Respond to provider and interdepartmental inquiries while demonstrating exceptional customer service
• Maintain productive relationships with health plans, hospitals, and medical directors and assist with issue resolution
• Report daily activities, trends, and concerns to Case Management leadership

Qualifications

• Active Rhode Island RN license or active Rhode Island LVN license
• At least 2 years of clinical nursing experience
• Ability to commute to the Johnston, Rhode Island office
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong analytical and critical reasoning skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines
• Ability to educate and train staff and cross-functional departments
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and customer service skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous case management experience
• Experience using EZCAP
• Experience working with utilization management or care coordination programs
• Familiarity with transition of care and discharge planning processes

Licenses/Certifications

• Active Rhode Island RN license or active Rhode Island LVN license

Environmental Job Requirements and Working Conditions

• Full-time position located in Johnston, Rhode Island
• Standard day schedule, Monday through Friday
• Frequent use of a computer, telephone, and standard office equipment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities and deadlines
• Occasional travel to on-site and off-site meetings as needed