RN Case Manager: Care Continuum & Discharge Planning

PIH Health; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PIH Health is seeking an RN Case Manager to oversee the continuum of care from pre-admission to post-discharge. You will guide patients and families through hospitalization, ensuring efficient progression and optimal utilization of hospital services.

The role emphasizes education of medical staff and maximizing reimbursement from third-party payors. Ideal candidates hold an active California RN license and have strong assessment, discharge planning, and healthcare delivery system knowledge.

Qualifications

• Must have broad knowledge of disease processes, pathophysiology, and treatment plans.
• Strong assessment skills with developed critical thinking and analysis abilities.
• Good understanding of psychosocial and cognitive assessments.
• Familiarity with discharge planning and care options.

Responsibilities

• Manage continuum of care from pre-admission through post-discharge for assigned patients.
• Ensure patients and families navigate care efficiently and safely.
• Focus on appropriate utilization of hospital services and maximizing reimbursement.

Skills

Broad knowledge of disease processes

Assessment and critical thinking

Discharge planning familiarity

Psychosocial and cognitive assessment

Job description

PIH Health is seeking an RN Case Manager to oversee the continuum of care from pre-admission to post-discharge. You will guide patients and families through hospitalization, ensuring efficient progression and optimal utilization of hospital services.

The role emphasizes education of medical staff and maximizing reimbursement from third-party payors. Ideal candidates hold an active California RN license and have strong assessment, discharge planning, and healthcare delivery system knowledge.