RN Care Manager: Discharge & Care Transitions Lead

Community Health Systems; Flowood (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive health insurance

Education assistance

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Merit Health is hiring a Care Manager - RN to coordinate discharge planning and transitions of care, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. You will review medical records for appropriateness, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and maintain compliant documentation.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of clinical nursing experience and 2–4 years in care management, with RN licensure and strong EMR skills. This on‑site role offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• RN with 2–4 years hospital, home health, or nursing home experience.
• 2–4 years of care management experience preferred.
• RN licensure in state of employment; BLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates discharge planning and transitions of care with IDT.
• Reviews medical records for appropriateness and necessity.
• Develops and implements discharge plans and post‑hospital care options.
• Liaises with community agencies to facilitate smooth transitions.
• Maintains timely documentation of case management activities.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state and accreditation standards.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families and caregivers.

Skills

Care coordination

Discharge planning

Interdisciplinary teamwork

EMR proficiency

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Merit Health is hiring a Care Manager - RN to coordinate discharge planning and transitions of care, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. You will review medical records for appropriateness, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and maintain compliant documentation.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of clinical nursing experience and 2–4 years in care management, with RN licensure and strong EMR skills. This on‑site role offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities.