Rehabilitation Case Manager

United Medical Healthwest Rehabilitation Hospital; Gretna (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

United Medical Healthwest Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a Case Manager to coordinate rehabilitation plans and ensure timely, cost-effective care. The role reports to the Administrator and requires RN licensure and knowledge of CMS guidelines.

Responsibilities include initial assessments within 72 hours, coordinating discharge plans, and maintaining comprehensive documentation while collaborating with families and payers to support optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Louisiana RN license and high school diploma or equivalent are required.
• Two years of case management experience preferred.
• Knowledge of basic bookkeeping, office procedures, and electronic billing.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with physicians to manage individual rehabilitation plans and align care.
• Coordinate length of stay within CMS guidelines and maintain 60% compliance.
• Meet with patient upon admission and document psychosocial, family and disposition assessments within 72 hours.
• Maintain accurate medical records and communicate with payers and the care team.

Skills

English

Basic Computer

Education

Louisiana RN license

High school diploma or equivalent

BCLS

Job description

United Medical Healthwest Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a Case Manager to coordinate rehabilitation plans and ensure timely, cost-effective care. The role reports to the Administrator and requires RN licensure and knowledge of CMS guidelines.

Responsibilities include initial assessments within 72 hours, coordinating discharge plans, and maintaining comprehensive documentation while collaborating with families and payers to support optimal patient outcomes.