RN Case Manager - Day Shift: Care Coordination & Discharge

Southern Regional Medical Center; Riverdale (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Regional Medical Center in Riverdale, GA is seeking an experienced RN Case Manager to oversee patient care from admission through discharge. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other providers to manage care transitions and ensure cost-effectiveness.

The role requires strong case management skills, a valid RN license, BCLS, and experience in acute care nursing. This is a full-time, day-shift position with standard 8-hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years post-graduation nursing experience with RN license.
• Grandfathered prior to 2015: 5 years post graduate in Social Work for LCSW; RN Case Manager preferred.
• Five years acute care nursing experience; at least 1 year in case management or discharge planning preferred.
• Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• Knowledge of Milliman Criteria and InterQual Criteria preferred.
• Experience with basic to intermediate computer skills.
• Behavioral Violence Prevention Training within 3 months of hire and maintain current.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ medical, psychosocial, and discharge needs upon admission and throughout their stay.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans with the healthcare team to ensure effective treatment and timely interventions.
• Coordinate safe and appropriate discharge plans, including referrals to rehab, home health, or long-term care facilities.
• Monitor the use of hospital resources to ensure appropriate care and avoid unnecessary treatments or extended stays.
• Educate patients and families about care plans, post-discharge instructions, and available resources.
• Advocate for patient needs and preferences, ensuring care aligns with their goals and values.

Skills

Case management experience

Discharge planning

Care coordination

Patient education

Education

RN license

SW/LCSW eligibility

Accredited nursing program

Job description

Southern Regional Medical Center in Riverdale, GA is seeking an experienced RN Case Manager to oversee patient care from admission through discharge. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other providers to manage care transitions and ensure cost-effectiveness.

The role requires strong case management skills, a valid RN license, BCLS, and experience in acute care nursing. This is a full-time, day-shift position with standard 8-hour shifts.