RN Case Manager: Care Coordination & Discharge Expert

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join its case management team in Mississippi. The role focuses on applying systems and information to help patients and families engage in care plans designed to manage medical, social, and mental health needs effectively.

The case manager collaborates with physicians, social work, and nursing to coordinate transitions, estimate lengths of stay, and ensure safe discharge while controlling costs.

Qualifications

• RN licensed in the State; BSN preferred.
• Experience with case management processes and discharge planning.
• Ability to work with acutely and chronically ill patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Assess and document clinical, psychosocial and financial needs of patients.
• Apply InterQual criteria to determine Level of Service and care intensity.
• Identify plans of care, length of stay, and transition/discharge plans with patients and families.
• Coordinate with nursing, social work, and physicians to ensure safe discharge.
• Monitor treatment plans and ensure timely discharge while avoiding gaps.
• Escalate barriers to appropriate treatment or transition as needed.
• Maintain knowledge of facilities and resources for patients and caregivers.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Prioritization

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Education

Graduate of Nursing School

BSN preferred

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health Care is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join its case management team in Mississippi. The role focuses on applying systems and information to help patients and families engage in care plans designed to manage medical, social, and mental health needs effectively.

The case manager collaborates with physicians, social work, and nursing to coordinate transitions, estimate lengths of stay, and ensure safe discharge while controlling costs.