RN Case Manager: Care Coordination & Discharge Planning

Washington Hospital Healthcare System; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 124,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Hospital Healthcare System in Fremont, CA is seeking a Registered Nurse Case Manager to help move patients through the continuum of care and back into the community. You will support the physician and interdisciplinary team, coordinate utilization management, discharge planning, and ensure high-quality outcomes while managing cost.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and adaptability in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• California RN license and BLS certification required.
• BSN required.
• Two years acute care RN experience preferred.
• One-year recent case management experience preferred.
• Case Management Certification preferred.
• Knowledge of reimbursement requirements, level of care, and clinical criteria.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate utilization management, care facilitation, and discharge planning.
• Support physicians and interdisciplinary team to improve clinical outcomes.
• Identify performance-improvement opportunities and drive changes.
• Interface with internal departments and external departments and agencies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Detail oriented

Flexibility

Customer relations

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

California RN License

BLS Certification

Case Management Certification (preferred)

Job description

Washington Hospital Healthcare System in Fremont, CA is seeking a Registered Nurse Case Manager to help move patients through the continuum of care and back into the community. You will support the physician and interdisciplinary team, coordinate utilization management, discharge planning, and ensure high-quality outcomes while managing cost.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and adaptability in a fast-paced hospital setting.