RN Case Manager: Care Coordination & Discharge Expert

Lake Butler Hospital; Doctor Phillips (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Butler Hospital, a critical access facility in North Florida, seeks a knowledgeable Case Manager (RN) to monitor referral sources, arrange admissions, and coordinate discharge planning in alignment with CMS guidelines. The role emphasizes utilization management and collaborative care to optimize outcomes and length of stay.

Responsibilities include facilitating multidisciplinary meetings, screening admissions, and maintaining documentation.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in healthcare or related field required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in nursing preferred.
• Must be a Registered Nurse in the state of Florida.
• Minimum five (5) years acute hospital nursing experience or three (3) to five (5) years acute hospital Case Management experience.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate interdepartmental meetings and document utilization management and discharge planning.
• Evaluate and screen potential admissions to the facility.
• Know criteria for Medicare, Medicaid, HMO, and private insurance coverage.
• Communicate daily with admissions personnel and ancillary staff regarding admissions and discharges.
• Initiate ongoing communication with patient and family to assess discharge needs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Associates degree in healthcare

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Job description

Lake Butler Hospital, a critical access facility in North Florida, seeks a knowledgeable Case Manager (RN) to monitor referral sources, arrange admissions, and coordinate discharge planning in alignment with CMS guidelines. The role emphasizes utilization management and collaborative care to optimize outcomes and length of stay.

Responsibilities include facilitating multidisciplinary meetings, screening admissions, and maintaining documentation.