RN Care Manager - Discharge & Transitions (PRN)

Lutheran Health Network; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran Health Network seeks an RN Care Manager to coordinate discharge planning, transitions of care, and case management to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The role requires collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, review of medical records for appropriateness, and adherence to federal, state, and accreditation standards.

The incumbent will supervise discharge planning, coordinate post-hospital placement, and maintain accurate documentation while ensuring compliance with regulations and

Qualifications

• 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

• Conduct daily reviews of medical records to assess admission appropriateness and utilization of services.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure effective communication and care coordination.
• Develop and implement discharge plans, coordinating post-hospital placement and social services.
• Refer cases when criteria are not met and ensure timely interventions.

Skills

Case management

Discharge planning

EMR documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Lutheran Health Network seeks an RN Care Manager to coordinate discharge planning, transitions of care, and case management to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The role requires collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, review of medical records for appropriateness, and adherence to federal, state, and accreditation standards.

The incumbent will supervise discharge planning, coordinate post-hospital placement, and maintain accurate documentation while ensuring compliance with regulations and