Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager DCP

Lifepoint Health®; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Shift differentials

Medical, dental & vision plans

Flexible spending accounts

PTO & illness bank

Job summary

Memorial Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health in Las Cruces, NM, seeks a registered nurse (RN) to support discharge planning and coordinate resources for a smooth transition from hospital to next care settings, while delivering compassionate patient care.

We offer relocation assistance, shift differentials, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, generous PTO, income protection, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) matching and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Current RN license required.
• Associate degree in nursing from an accredited program.
• CCM/ACM or InterQual certifications desirable.
• Certification by professional bodies as applicable is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with discharge planning and coordinate resources for a smooth hospital transition.
• Coordinate with third‑party payers, government programs, and community services.
• Support placement in long‑term care, rehabilitation, home care, DME, and related services.
• Assist social services with advance directives and end‑of‑life planning; promote continuity of care.

Skills

Patient care

Discharge planning

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

RN license

CCM/ACM certification desirable

InterQual certification desirable

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Your Experience Matters

At Memorial Medical Center, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a registered nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Your Experience Matters

At Memorial Medical Center, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a registered nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Department/Unit Summary

Join our dedicated healthcare team where you'll assist with discharge planning, ensuring patients receive the necessary resources for a smooth transition from the hospital. You'll coordinate with third‑party payers, government programs, and community services to arrange appropriate care, housing, transportation, and other essential services. Your role will involve coordinating placement and support services, including long‑term care, rehabilitation, behavioral/mental health, home care, transportation, and DME, as well as assisting with CPS, APS, adoptions, and end‑of‑life planning, including advance directives. Additionally, you'll assist with advanced directives, end‑of‑life planning, and work closely with social services. This position offers an opportunity to make a direct impact on patient care by helping navigate complex discharge processes and fostering continuity of care.

How You'll Contribute

You'll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan‑of‑care intervention and serving as a patient‑care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting‑edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

What We Offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Relocation assistance
• Shift differentials
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible‑spending and health‑savings accounts
• Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full‑time employees
• Income‑protection programs, such as life, accident, critical‑injury insurance, short- and long‑term disability, and identity theft coverage
• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness
• Professional development and growth opportunities

Qualifications And Requirements

Applicants should have a current state RN license and possess an associate's degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include:

• Current licensure applicable to professional affiliation required.
• Certification by the National Association of Healthcare Professionals or InterQual is desirable.
• Certification as CCM or ACM desired.

About Our Health System

Memorial Medical Center is a 199 bed acute hospital located in Las Cruces, NM and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

"Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MMC is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."