PRN Care Manager RN

Medical Center Enterprise; Enterprise (AL); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 90.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Medical Center Enterprise is seeking a Care Manager - RN to coordinate discharge planning and transitions of care on the Case Management unit. This PRN, day-shift role requires collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and maintain compliance with standards.

The RN will review records, develop discharge plans, and support patients, families, and providers with post-hospital care options.

Formación

• Associate Degree in Nursing required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
• 2–4 years of clinical nursing experience in a hospital, home health, or nursing home setting required.
• 2–4 years of care management experience preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Daily reviews of medical records to assess admission and utilization.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and care transitions.
• Develop and implement discharge plans and post-hospital placement.
• Refer cases to physicians or managers when criteria are not met.
• Liaise with community agencies to ensure seamless transitions for discharged patients.
• Facilitate interdisciplinary meetings to address care needs and planning.
• Maintain accurate documentation of case management activities and compliance.
• Assist patients, families, and physicians with discharge planning and post-hospital care options.
• Perform other duties as assigned and maintain attendance.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Conocimientos

Case management

Discharge planning

Transitions of care

Communication skills

EMR proficiency

Organizational skills

Educación

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred

Herramientas

EMR software

Descripción del empleo

Join us as a Care Manager Registered Nurse (RN) at Medical Center Enterprise!

Unit: Case Management

Shift: PRN, Days

• Case Management experience required.

Job Summary

The Care Manager - RN is responsible for coordinating and overseeing discharge planning, transitions of care, and case management activities to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This role involves collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, reviewing medical records for appropriateness and medical necessity, and maintaining compliance with federal, state, and accreditation standards.

Essential Functions

• Conducts daily reviews of medical records to assess the appropriateness of admission, continued hospital stay, and utilization of diagnostic services.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams (IDT) to ensure effective communication and coordination of patient care, including identifying avoidable days and resolving care transition issues.
• Develops and implements discharge plans, coordinating post-hospital placement and social services to meet patient needs.
• Refers cases to physicians or managers when patients do not meet established criteria, ensuring timely and appropriate interventions.
• Serves as a liaison with community agencies, maintaining relationships and facilitating seamless transitions for discharged patients.
• Facilitates interdisciplinary meetings to address patient care needs, resolve challenges, and support collaborative care planning.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of case management activities, including records of referrals, patient interactions, and compliance with reporting requirements.
• Provides assistance to patients, families, and physicians regarding discharge planning and post-hospital care options.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing required
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred
• 2-4 years of clinical nursing experience in a hospital, home health, or nursing home setting required
• 2-4 years of care management experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong understanding of case management principles, discharge planning, and transitions of care.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and Joint Commission standards related to case management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to assess complex situations, identify solutions, and implement care plans efficiently.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) and documentation systems.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure state licensure in state of employment or Compact state licensure required
• Accredited Case Manager (ACM) preferred
• CCM - Certified Case Manager preferred
• BLS - Basic Life Support preferred