RN Care Manager II- IPCM- Weekend/PT Mercy Hospital STL

Mercy Co; Columbia (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement match

32+ hrs/pay period

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Care Manager to facilitate discharge planning and coordinate care across the inpatient team. The role supports smooth patient transitions from admission to discharge and requires collaboration with physicians, nurses, and social work staff.

The position emphasizes strong communication, assessment, and time management skills, with attention to Mercy's mission, values, and service standards. Shifts run Saturday through Tuesday, 10 hours per day.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, required.
• Current License in the state of employment, required
• BSN minimum requirement

Responsibilities

• Facilitate discharge planning from admission to discharge in collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Intervene with patients with complex or high-risk psychosocial needs as assigned.
• Perform duties consistent with Mercy mission, values, and Service Standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Assessment skills

Time management

Critical thinking

Advanced computer skills

Education

RN license

BSN degree

Accredited nursing program

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy! The Care Management model provides effective transition planning and length of stay oversight while encompassing quality patient care, patient safety, and financial components; promotes integration of a seamless care model; coordinates patient throughput; encourages healthcare team collaboration and coordination as evidenced by metrics; and optimizes performance and adoption of best practice.

The Care Manager, as part of the Care Management team, facilitates the discharge planning process from admission to discharge in collaboration with the healthcare team. In addition, the Care Manager may intervene with patients who have complex or high-risk psychosocial needs as assigned. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with the Mercy mission, values, and Service Standards.

Position Details:

Shift: Saturday thru Tuesday - 10 hour per day shifts.

Education

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, required
• Current License in the state of employment, required
• Bachelor's Degree of Science in Nursing, minimum required

Experience

• 2-3 years acute care hospital setting, preferred
• Care Management or Utilization Management experience, preferred

Certification/Registration

• BLS (CPR) at hire date, Minimum Required, or within 90 days of hire
• Certification in Case Management, Preferred

Other Skills & Knowledge

• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Strong assessment, time management, and critical thinking skills.
• Advanced computer skills.
• Interacts effectively with a variety of people and situations at all levels of the organization.
• The assessment, care, and treatment will be consistent with the specific age-related needs of the patient. Including neonatal/infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric adult patients.
• Knowledge of InterQual or Milliman Care Guidelines preferred.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.