RN Care Coordination & Case Management Specialist

University Health Careers; Hondo (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health System is seeking a skilled RN to join the front door team. The role screens patients needing placement in acute or observation beds, determines status, and coordinates safe diversions to home or other levels of care.

Strong bedside clinical judgment and clear communication with medical staff, nursing, patients and families are essential, as the position serves as a liaison across departments to ensure appropriate service delivery.

Qualifications

• RN license in Texas is required.
• BSN preferred.
• National certification in a related field is preferred.
• Three years hospital experience preferred.
• Completion of Clinical Documentation Improvement Course within the hire date.

Responsibilities

• Screen patients needing placement in acute or observation beds for status determinations.
• Coordinate diversions to home or other level of care as appropriate.
• Serve as liaison with medical staff, nursing, patients, and families.

Skills

Clinical acumen

Communication

Assertiveness

Education

RN license in Texas

BSN preferred

National certification preferred

Clinical Documentation Improvement Course

Job description

University Health System is seeking a skilled RN to join the front door team. The role screens patients needing placement in acute or observation beds, determines status, and coordinates safe diversions to home or other levels of care.

Strong bedside clinical judgment and clear communication with medical staff, nursing, patients and families are essential, as the position serves as a liaison across departments to ensure appropriate service delivery.