RN Case Manager: Care Coordination & Discharge Expert

Patterson Health Center; Kansas; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Patterson Health Center is seeking a Case Manager to coordinate patient care planning, discharge planning, referrals, and patient/family needs from pre-admission through discharge. The role requires licensure as an RN in Kansas or LMSW/LCSW, with 1–3 years of experience preferred.

You will collaborate with HD6 departments, outside providers, and facilities to ensure appropriate levels of care, continuity of services, and adherence to swingbed requirements while upholding ethical standards and

Qualifications

• Maintain patient confidentiality and protect PHI.
• Coordinate care across departments and with outside providers.
• Assist with discharge planning and care transitions.
• Advocate for patients and families throughout hospitalization.

Responsibilities

• Maintain strict confidentiality of PHI and medical records.
• Verify advance directives and educate patients/families on decisions.
• Collaborate with providers and facilities to assess needs and coordinate referrals.
• Coordinate discharge planning and transfers to ensure continuity of care.
• Interview and counsel patients and families; provide advocacy.
• Provide financial counseling and connect to community resources.
• Provide records for admission eligibility and swingbed documentation.
• Ensure utilization reviews and continuous-stay reviews meet regulations.
• Coordinate weekly interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Maintain compliance with policies, safety, and HD6 values.
• Work within licensure scope as an LCSW, LMSW, or RN Case Manager.

Skills

Confidentiality

Care coordination

Communication

Advocacy

Education

RN (Kansas)

LMSW/LCSW

Job description

Patterson Health Center is seeking a Case Manager to coordinate patient care planning, discharge planning, referrals, and patient/family needs from pre-admission through discharge. The role requires licensure as an RN in Kansas or LMSW/LCSW, with 1–3 years of experience preferred.

You will collaborate with HD6 departments, outside providers, and facilities to ensure appropriate levels of care, continuity of services, and adherence to swingbed requirements while upholding ethical standards and