RN Care Manager: Discharge & Transitions Specialist

CHS Career Site; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with matching

Student Loan Repayment

Welcome bonus up to $35,000

Job summary

Lutheran Hospital is seeking an RN Care Manager to coordinate discharge planning, transitions of care, and case management activities to optimize patient outcomes. You will review records, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and ensure compliance with standards.

The role emphasizes communication, documentation, and seamless patient transitions, with a focus on efficient care planning and follow-up.

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

• Conducts discharge planning and coordinates post-hospital placement to meet patient needs.
• Reviews medical records for appropriateness and medical necessity.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to ensure effective communication and care coordination.
• Maintains documentation of case management activities, referrals, and compliance with reporting requirements.
• Provides guidance to patients, families and physicians regarding discharge options and post-hospital care.

Skills

Case management

Discharge planning

Transitions of care

Communication

EMR documentation

Collaboration

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Lutheran Hospital is seeking an RN Care Manager to coordinate discharge planning, transitions of care, and case management activities to optimize patient outcomes. You will review records, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and ensure compliance with standards.

The role emphasizes communication, documentation, and seamless patient transitions, with a focus on efficient care planning and follow-up.