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

Mercy Co; Concord (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

32+ hours per pay period eligibility

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Care Manager to join the Care Management team. You will facilitate discharge planning from admission through discharge and collaborate with the healthcare team, addressing high-risk psychosocial needs as needed.

Requirements include nursing graduation, current Illinois license, and a BSN. A background in acute care and care/utilization management is preferred. The role emphasizes strong communication, assessment skills, and computer proficiency.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication skills

Assessment & critical thinking

Time management

Advanced computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Care guidelines knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

RN License

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

Day Shift: Saturday thru Tuesday - 32 hours per week; (8:00am-4:30pm)

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

• 1. Strong verbal and written communication.
• 2. Strong assessment, time management, and critical thinking skills.
• 3. Advanced computer skills.
• 4. Interacts effectively with a variety of people and situations at all levels of the organization.
• 5. 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.
• 6. 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.