Lead Case Manager RN

RWJBarnabas Health; Lakewood Township (NJ); On-site; USD 92,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

FSAs

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits

Partner Discounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health’s Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus is hiring a Lead Case Manager RN in a salaried Day shift to oversee case management activities. The role includes direct case management, discharge planning, and inter-disciplinary coordination to improve patient flow and outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds a BSN or MSW with NJ licensure, 2+ years in acute care case management, and EARC certification within 6 months.

Qualifications

• RN or Social Worker licensure in NJ is required.
• EARC certification within 6 months of hire.
• Minimum 2 years of acute care case management experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct case management services, including assessment, care coordination, discharge planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Mentor and precept case management staff to support clinical decision-making.
• Coordinate daily workflow, prioritize cases, and optimize throughput.

Skills

Discharge planning

Care coordination

Utilization management

Mentorship

Education

BSN

MSW

Job description

Job Title: Lead Case Manager RN

Location: MMC Southern Campus

Department Name: Case Management

Req #: 0000265433

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $91,800.00 - $117,800.00 per year

Pay Transparency

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated Lead Case Manager for the Case Management department at Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus.

Qualifications

Required:

• BSN or MSW required
• Current and valid licensure as a Registered Nurse or Social Worker in the state of New Jersey
• EARC certification is required within 6 months of hire and will be arranged by RWJBH
• Minimum 2 years of acute care case management experience
• Demonstrated expertise in discharge planning, care coordination, and utilization management

Preferred

• If SW, LCSW preferred
• Certification in Case Management (ACM or CCM).
• Experience serving as a preceptor, mentor, or informal leader
• Experience managing complex cases and escalation processes

Essential Functions

• Responsibilities inclusive of RN/SW case management role (see Case Manager, RN, and Case Manager, SW, job descriptions. Includes provision of direct case management services, including assessment, care coordination, discharge planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Serve as a resource, mentor, and preceptor for case management staff, supporting clinical decision-making and workflow efficiency.
• Assist with daily workflow coordination, including prioritization of cases, assignment support, and throughput optimization.
• Identify and address discharge barriers, providing real-time problem-solving and escalating complex issues to physicians, leadership, or hospital administration as needed.
• Act as a point of contact for operational and clinical escalations during assigned shifts, particularly in the absence of case management leadership.
• Represent case management in meetings, interdisciplinary rounds, and site- or system-level initiatives as needed.
• Participate in the development and maintenance of department resources, workflows, policies, and procedures to support standardization.
• Support onboarding, orientation, and competency development of new staff and team members.
• Promote compliance with regulatory requirements, including CMS Conditions of Participation, payer guidelines, and documentation standards.
• Participate in performance improvement and quality initiatives focused on LOS, throughput, patient flow, and discharge outcomes.
• Demonstrate adaptability and support efforts to streamline processes and improve operational efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed by management.

Benefits and Perks

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer