RN Care Manager – Inpatient Care & Transitions

UNC Health; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 49,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health in Chapel Hill seeks a Care Manager RN to coordinate patient care across the continuum. You will conduct assessments, develop patient-centered plans, and drive safe discharge while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality outcomes.

The role emphasizes risk assessment, payer communication, and ongoing care coordination within UNC Medical Center’s care management program. Full-time, onsite schedule with day shifts.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in NC required.
• Minimum of 2 years of inpatient RN experience in acute care.
• Care management or discharge planning experience preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient with electronic health records (EHR) and related software.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive care manager assessments using standardized tools.
• Develop individualized care plans aligned with patient goals and values.
• Coordinate care transitions across settings to ensure continuity.
• Collaborate with providers, families, and payers to optimize care.
• Document and bill for services in compliance with regulations.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to meet goals.

Skills

Risk segmentation

Patient assessments

Care planning

Care transitions

Payer communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

EHR proficiency

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Graduation from state accredited school of professional nursing

BSN preferred or enrolled in accredited program within 4 years

North Carolina RN licensure

Job description

UNC Health in Chapel Hill seeks a Care Manager RN to coordinate patient care across the continuum. You will conduct assessments, develop patient-centered plans, and drive safe discharge while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality outcomes.

The role emphasizes risk assessment, payer communication, and ongoing care coordination within UNC Medical Center’s care management program. Full-time, onsite schedule with day shifts.