RN Care Manager: Discharge and Transitions Leader

Community Health Systems; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Care Manager - RN to coordinate discharge planning, transitions of care, and case management activities. You will review records for medical necessity, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and ensure compliance with standards.

The role requires an Associate Degree in Nursing with 2–4 years of clinical nursing experience. Bachelor’s in nursing is preferred. Strong communication, EMR proficiency, and organizational skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Requires RN licensure in state of employment or multi-state license
• ACM/ CCM preferred but not required
• 2–4 years clinical nursing experience in hospital/home health/nursing home settings is typical

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee discharge planning and transitions of care
• Review medical records for appropriateness and medical necessity
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes
• Develop and implement discharge plans and post-hospital care options
• Maintain timely documentation of case management activities and referrals

Skills

Case management

Discharge planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

EMR proficiency

Communication skills

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Community Health Systems is seeking a Care Manager - RN to coordinate discharge planning, transitions of care, and case management activities. You will review records for medical necessity, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and ensure compliance with standards.

The role requires an Associate Degree in Nursing with 2–4 years of clinical nursing experience. Bachelor’s in nursing is preferred. Strong communication, EMR proficiency, and organizational skills are essential for success.