RN Care Manager: Discharge & Care Coordination

Northwest Healthcare; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Northwest Medical Center in Tucson, AZ, is seeking a PRN Care Manager - RN to coordinate discharge planning, transitions of care and case management. The role involves reviewing medical records for appropriateness, ensuring compliance with standards, and liaising between patients, families, and healthcare staff.

Ideal candidates have acute hospital experience and prior case management experience, with RN licensure and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
• 2-4 years of clinical nursing experience in hospital, home health, or nursing home setting required.
• 2-4 years of care management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate discharge planning and transitions of care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure timely care.
• Review medical records for appropriateness and medical necessity.
• Maintain documentation of case management activities and referrals.
• Facilitate post-hospital placement and social services.

Skills

Case management

Discharge planning

Communication

EMR

Time management

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Northwest Medical Center in Tucson, AZ, is seeking a PRN Care Manager - RN to coordinate discharge planning, transitions of care and case management. The role involves reviewing medical records for appropriateness, ensuring compliance with standards, and liaising between patients, families, and healthcare staff.

Ideal candidates have acute hospital experience and prior case management experience, with RN licensure and strong communication skills.