RN Case Manager — Discharge & Transitions Expert

Tennova Healthcare LaFollette Medical Center; La Follette (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennova Healthcare LaFollette Medical Center seeks an RN Care Manager to coordinate discharge planning, transitions of care, and case management to support optimal patient outcomes. The role requires collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, chart reviews for medical necessity, and adherence to standards.

The RN will ensure effective discharge plans, coordinate post-hospital placement, and maintain compliant documentation while guiding patients and families on post-acute care options.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of clinical nursing experience in a hospital, home health, or nursing home setting.
• 2-4 years of care management experience preferred.
• RN licensure in state of employment or Compact licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate discharge planning and transitions of care.
• Review medical records for appropriateness and medical necessity.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of case management activities.

Skills

Case management

Discharge planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

EMR documentation

Communication

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Tennova Healthcare LaFollette Medical Center seeks an RN Care Manager to coordinate discharge planning, transitions of care, and case management to support optimal patient outcomes. The role requires collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, chart reviews for medical necessity, and adherence to standards.

The RN will ensure effective discharge plans, coordinate post-hospital placement, and maintain compliant documentation while guiding patients and families on post-acute care options.