RN Case Manager: Care Coordination Advocate

San Juan Regional Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

San Juan Regional Medical Center is seeking an experienced RN Case Manager to ensure timely delivery of care and execute discharge plans. The role requires advocacy for patients and coordination with the care team, payers, and community resources to optimize outcomes.

The ideal candidate will hold an active RN license in NM, possess strong communication skills, and have case management and discharge planning experience.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current RN license in the state of New Mexico.
• Excellent communication and coordination with patients, families, and care teams.
• Experience in case management and discharge planning is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide and document initial and ongoing transition of care assessments with patient and family.
• Lead multi-disciplinary rounds and collaborate with the healthcare team.
• Identify barriers to discharge and coordinate with social work to develop the plan.
• Educate patients/families on discharge plans, rights, and post-hospital care.
• Monitor utilization of services to support timely, cost-effective outcomes.
• Escalate complex cases and ensure CMS requirements are followed.
• Direct the Case Management Assistant in delegated tasks.
• Maintain SJRMC service standards in daily work.

Skills

Assertive communication skills

Diplomatic communication skills

Self-motivated and accountable

Team-Oriented Nursing experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (BSN)

Accredited Case Manager Certification (ACM)

Tools

Cerner

Case Management software

Job description

San Juan Regional Medical Center is seeking an experienced RN Case Manager to ensure timely delivery of care and execute discharge plans. The role requires advocacy for patients and coordination with the care team, payers, and community resources to optimize outcomes.

The ideal candidate will hold an active RN license in NM, possess strong communication skills, and have case management and discharge planning experience.