RN Case Manager: Care Coordination & Discharge Planning

Trinity Health; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Georgia is seeking a dedicated Case Manager to coordinate care for a defined caseload from admission to community return. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to assess needs, plan services, and monitor outcomes.

Responsibilities include chart reviews for utilization review, discharge planning, and timely referrals to community resources. You will engage with physicians, payers, and external agencies to ensure smooth transitions and accurate diagnoses.

Qualifications

• GA RN license required.
• BSN from an accredited program recommended.
• Minimum of 2 years nursing experience with at least 1 year in case management, utilization management, or discharge planning.
• Certification in case management preferred.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to manage patient care from admission to return to the community.
• Conduct initial and concurrent chart reviews for utilization management.
• Identify and alert physicians to actions that reduce delays associated with extended stays.
• Initiate discharge planning to ensure timely transition to post-hospital settings.
• Communicate with external agencies and payers for referrals and resources.
• Ensure proper identification of principal and secondary diagnoses with treating physicians.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Education

BSN recommended

Job description

Trinity Health in Georgia is seeking a dedicated Case Manager to coordinate care for a defined caseload from admission to community return. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to assess needs, plan services, and monitor outcomes.

Responsibilities include chart reviews for utilization review, discharge planning, and timely referrals to community resources. You will engage with physicians, payers, and external agencies to ensure smooth transitions and accurate diagnoses.