Registered Nurse Case Manager

Ascension; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) plan

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension in Austin, TX seeks a Registered Nurse Case Manager to coordinate multidisciplinary inpatient care, discharge planning, and transitions.

You’ll perform utilization reviews, secure authorizations, and advocate for patients and families throughout care journeys.

Requires Texas RN license, BLS, and CCMC preferred; Dell Seton Medical Center. Full‑time days.

Qualifications

• Texas RN license is required.
• BLS provider preferred.
• CCMC credential preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, and coordinate multidisciplinary inpatient care to optimize outcomes and length of stay.
• Conduct utilization reviews and secure authorizations with third-party payors.
• Evaluate post-acute care needs and arrange equipment, home health, or SNF placements.
• Serve as patient/family advocate, facilitating discharge planning and goals‑of‑care discussions.

Skills

Nursing

Case Management

Discharge Planning

Utilization Review

CCMC Certification

BLS

Education

Nursing Diploma

Texas RN License

Job description

• Assesses, plans, and coordinates multidisciplinary inpatient care to optimize clinical outcomes, manage length of stay, and prevent avoidable readmissions.
• Conducts utilization reviews and communicates with third‑party payors to secure authorizations and ensure appropriate level‑of‑care status.
• Evaluates post‑acute care needs and arranges durable medical equipment, home health, skilled nursing placements, or community resources.
• Serves as the primary patient and family advocate, facilitating discharge planning, goals‑of‑care discussions, and smooth care transitions.

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Austin, TX
• Facility: Dell Seton Medical Center
• Department: Case Management
• Schedule: Days | Full‑time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Assesses, plans, and coordinates multidisciplinary inpatient care to optimize clinical outcomes, manage length of stay, and prevent avoidable readmissions.
• Conducts utilization reviews and communicates with third‑party payors to secure authorizations and ensure appropriate level‑of‑care status.
• Evaluates post‑acute care needs and arranges durable medical equipment, home health, skilled nursing placements, or community resources.
• Serves as the primary patient and family advocate, facilitating discharge planning, goals‑of‑care discussions, and smooth care transitions.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing required.
• BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Case Manager credentialed from the Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC) preferred.

Education

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer‑matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro‑rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension‑paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well‑being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military‑Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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