Registered Nurse Emergency Department Case Manager RN

Trinity Health; Connecticut; On-site; USD 76,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Retirement savings with employer match

Paid time off / holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Life and AD&D insurance

Well-being initiatives

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital, part of Trinity Health, seeks an Emergency Department RN Case Manager to coordinate patient care in a fast-paced ED, identify needs early, manage utilization and ensure safe transitions of care to support patient flow.

Responsibilities include collaborating with ED teams, determining levels of care, facilitating admissions/transfers/discharges, coordinating across inpatient and post-acute settings, and educating patients and families on plans.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing school.
• CT RN license in good standing.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care in a fast-paced ED setting.
• Collaborate with ED physicians, nurses, and teams to assess patient needs.
• Identify levels of care and facilitate admissions, transfers, or safe discharges.
• Coordinate care across inpatient, observation, and post-acute settings.
• Support patient flow and length-of-stay initiatives.
• Conduct discharge planning and educate patients/families on plans.

Skills

Utilization management

Care coordination

Discharge planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

RN License in Connecticut

CCM/ACM certification preferred

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time Shift: 12 Hour Day Shift

Description:

At Saint Francis Hospital , the Emergency Department Registered Nurse Case Manager plays a critical role in coordinating patient care in a fast‑paced emergency setting. This role focuses on early identification of patient needs, care coordination, utilization management, and safe transitions of care to ensure high‑quality, cost‑effective outcomes while supporting patient flow and throughput from the Emergency Department.

What You Will Do:

As an Emergency Department RN Case Manager , you will serve as a key partner to ED physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to support timely, appropriate care decisions. Responsibilities include:

• Collaborating with ED providers and care teams to assess patient needs upon presentation
• Identifying appropriate levels of care and facilitating admissions, transfers, or safe discharges
• Coordinating care across inpatient, observation, and post‑acute settings
• Supporting patient flow, throughput, and length‑of‑stay initiatives
• Conducting clinical, psychosocial, and discharge planning assessments
• Applying nationally recognized medical necessity and utilization criteria
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and payer requirements
• Educating patients and families on care plans, resources, and next steps
• Advocating for patients while balancing quality, safety, and resource utilization

Minimum Qualifications:

Required:

• Graduation from an accredited nursing school
• Valid RN License in Connecticut

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing
• Minimum of three (3) years of acute care RN experience required
• Emergency Department experience strongly preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of utilization management, level‑of‑care determination, and care coordination
• Working understanding of CMS/HCFA, OBRA, State of Connecticut regulations, and Joint Commission (JCAHO) standards

Certification:

• BLS certification required
• Case Management certification (CCM or ACM) preferred or obtained within a designated timeframe

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary Pay Range: $75,712.00- $121,160

Pay is based on RN experience. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Coverage
• Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match
• Time Off, which may include Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
• Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Well-being Initiatives
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within Trinity Health

Position Highlights:

• Full Time-36 hours/Day Shift
• Evey Other Weekend/Holiday

Ministry / Facility Information:

Saint Francis Hospital has been an anchor institution in Connecticut since 1897. A member of Trinity Health Of New England and Trinity Health, one of the nation's largest multi‑institutional Catholic healthcare delivery systems, Saint Francis Hospital is a 617‑bed Level I Trauma Center and major teaching hospital. Additional Saint Francis entities include the Comprehensive Women's Health Center and Connecticut Joint Replacement Institute

Our Commitment:

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.