RN Case Manager: Discharge Planning & Care Coordination

PIH Health; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

PIH Health Downey Hospital is seeking an RN Case Manager to coordinate care from pre-admission to post-discharge for assigned patients. The role emphasizes appropriate utilization of hospital services, maximizing reimbursement from third party payors, and educating staff about care options.

The RN will apply clinical knowledge to assess and plan patient needs, guide families through the hospitalization process, and ensure smooth transitions across the continuum of care within the PIH Health

Qualifications

• Broad knowledge of disease process, pathophysiology and treatment plan.
• Strong assessment skills with high-developed critical thinking skills and analysis abilities.
• Good understanding of psychosocial and cognitive assessment.
• Familiarity with discharge planning process and care options.
• Maintain an active California RN license.
• Computer proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Manage continuum of care from pre-admission through post-discharge.
• Ensure patients and families progress efficiently through hospitalization.
• Focus on appropriate utilization of hospital services and reimbursement.
• Educate medical staff about healthcare options.

Skills

Disease knowledge

Critical thinking

Psychosocial assessment

Discharge planning

Tools

Computer proficiency

Job description

PIH Health Downey Hospital is seeking an RN Case Manager to coordinate care from pre-admission to post-discharge for assigned patients. The role emphasizes appropriate utilization of hospital services, maximizing reimbursement from third party payors, and educating staff about care options.

The RN will apply clinical knowledge to assess and plan patient needs, guide families through the hospitalization process, and ensure smooth transitions across the continuum of care within the PIH Health