RN Care Manager: Discharge & Transitions Leader

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Care Manager - RN to coordinate discharge planning, transitions of care, and case management for optimal patient outcomes.

You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, review records for appropriateness, and ensure compliance with standards. Responsibilities include developing discharge plans, coordinating post-hospital placement, and maintaining documentation.

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

• Reviews daily medical records to assess admission and continuation of care.
• Collaborates with IDT to coordinate patient care and resolve issues.
• Develops discharge plans and coordinates post-hospital placement.
• Refers cases to physicians/managers when criteria are not met.
• Liaises with community agencies to ensure seamless transitions.
• Facilitates interdisciplinary meetings for care planning.
• Maintains accurate documentation of case management activities.
• Assists patients, families, and physicians with discharge options.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular attendance and complies with policies.

Skills

Care coordination

Discharge planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

EMR proficiency

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Care Manager - RN to coordinate discharge planning, transitions of care, and case management for optimal patient outcomes.

You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, review records for appropriateness, and ensure compliance with standards. Responsibilities include developing discharge plans, coordinating post-hospital placement, and maintaining documentation.