RN Case Manager II: Discharge & Care Coordination Lead

150 Sharp Tri-City Medical Center; California (MO); On-site; USD 119,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

The Case Manager II coordinates services to maximize patient outcomes, including assessment, discharge planning and collaboration with the health care team. Duties emphasize cost-effective strategies, utilization management, and documentation in the EHR; acts as a patient advocate and liaison for patients, families and insurers.

Requires California RN license and case management experience. Sharp HealthCare provides comprehensive development within a large health system and opportunities to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/Associate degree with required RN case management experience.
• Minimum 2 years RN experience in case management or utilization management.
• California RN license is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate services to maximize patient outcomes with assessment, discharge planning and care coordination.
• Act as contact person and facilitator for patient, family, health care team and claims personnel.
• Document assessments and patient interactions in the EHR.
• Maintain safety, infection control and regulatory compliance.
• Provide preceptorship and mentorship to new graduates and staff.
• Activate emergency response as needed.

Skills

Utilization management

Discharge planning

Joint Commission standards

Prospective Payment System

Payer types

Referral management

Computer skills

Communication

Teamwork

Decision making

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Or Associate's Degree in Nursing with 5 years’ RN case management experience in lieu of BSN

2 Years experience as a RN in case management or utilization management

California RN license

Job description

The Case Manager II coordinates services to maximize patient outcomes, including assessment, discharge planning and collaboration with the health care team. Duties emphasize cost-effective strategies, utilization management, and documentation in the EHR; acts as a patient advocate and liaison for patients, families and insurers.

Requires California RN license and case management experience. Sharp HealthCare provides comprehensive development within a large health system and opportunities to