RN Care Manager: Discharge & Transitions Expert

Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, AL; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Grandview Medical Center in Birmingham, AL seeks an experienced Care Manager - RN to coordinate discharge planning, transitions of care, and case management activities aimed at achieving optimal patient outcomes.

The role involves collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, reviewing medical records for appropriateness, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and accreditation standards.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Coordinate discharge planning and transitions of care to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to review medical records for appropriateness and medical necessity.
• Develop and implement discharge plans and coordinate post-hospital placement and social services.
• Refer cases to physicians or managers when patients do not meet criteria.
• Maintain accurate documentation of case management activities and compliance with reporting requirements.

Skills

Case management

Discharge planning

Transitions of care

Communication

EMR proficiency

Time management

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Grandview Medical Center in Birmingham, AL seeks an experienced Care Manager - RN to coordinate discharge planning, transitions of care, and case management activities aimed at achieving optimal patient outcomes.

The role involves collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, reviewing medical records for appropriateness, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and accreditation standards.