RN Case Manager: Patient Care & Transitions Lead

Rapides Regional Medical Center; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rapides Regional Medical Center in Alexandria, LA, is seeking a dedicated RN Case Manager to coordinate care plans and smooth transitions across the continuum of care. This full-time daytime role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, nurses, and leadership to improve patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include guiding patients through program orientation, discharge planning, and education; documenting assessments; and supporting families while upholding our values of compassion and excellence.

Qualifications

• Current Louisiana RN license or RN diploma.
• 2–3 years of nursing experience in an acute care setting.
• Certification in Case Management, Nursing, or Utilization Review preferred.

Responsibilities

• Guiding patients and families through program orientation, explaining the rehabilitation philosophy, discharge criteria, and patient rights.
• Coordinating education for patients, families, and caregivers to encourage participation in treatment planning and conferences.
• Developing and implementing individualized treatment plans reflecting patient strengths, needs and recovery goals.
• Completing psychosocial assessments and discharge planning evaluations, documenting findings clearly for the care team.
• Collaborating with the Rehab Program Director and interdisciplinary team to ensure seamless, patient-centered care.
• Promoting the hospital's values of compassion, respect, and excellence in every interaction.

Skills

Case management experience

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient advocacy

Education

Louisiana RN license or RN diploma

Job description

Rapides Regional Medical Center in Alexandria, LA, is seeking a dedicated RN Case Manager to coordinate care plans and smooth transitions across the continuum of care. This full-time daytime role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, nurses, and leadership to improve patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include guiding patients through program orientation, discharge planning, and education; documenting assessments; and supporting families while upholding our values of compassion and excellence.