RN Case Manager: Care Continuum & Discharge Coordination

PIH Health; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

PIH Health Downey Hospital is seeking an RN Case Manager to oversee a continuum of care from pre-admission through post-discharge, ensuring efficient progression for assigned patients.

Focus on appropriate utilization of hospital services, maximizing reimbursement from third-party payors, and educating medical staff about healthcare options. This is a full-time onsite role in Downey, CA.

Qualifications

• Broad knowledge of disease process, pathophysiology and treatment plan.
• Strong assessment skills with high-developed critical thinking and analysis abilities.
• Good understanding of psychosocial and cognitive assessment.
• Familiarity with discharge planning process and care options.

Responsibilities

• Manage a continuum of care from pre-admission through post-discharge.
• Ensure efficient progression for patients and families throughout hospitalization.
• Educate medical staff about healthcare options and appropriate utilization of services.

Skills

Disease knowledge

Critical thinking

Psychosocial assessment

Discharge planning

Education

Active California RN license

Computer proficiency

Job description

PIH Health Downey Hospital is seeking an RN Case Manager to oversee a continuum of care from pre-admission through post-discharge, ensuring efficient progression for assigned patients.

Focus on appropriate utilization of hospital services, maximizing reimbursement from third-party payors, and educating medical staff about healthcare options. This is a full-time onsite role in Downey, CA.