RN Case Manger, Per Diem

Hackensack Meridian Health; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking an RN Case Manager for per diem coverage in Hackensack, NJ. You will coordinate patient care across the continuum, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and ancillary staff to ensure evidence-based practice and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include discharge planning, utilization management, and communication with patients and families about treatment and discharge plans, with a focus on reducing length of stay.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) preferred; 1 year experience for non-BSN HackensackUMC employees.
• RN license in NJ is required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate collaborative management of patient care across the continuum.
• Apply process improvement methodologies in evaluating outcomes of care.
• Coordinate communication with physicians, nursing, and ancillary staff.
• Evaluate care provided against the Length of Stay.
• Collaborate with Admitting to ensure accuracy of patient demographic and insurance information.
• Communicate with patients and families regarding medical and discharge plans.
• Assess and plan for discharge needs and arrangements.
• Complete utilization management for assigned patients.
• Monitor length of stay and clinical resource use on an ongoing basis.
• Manage all aspects of discharge planning for assigned patients.

Skills

Clinical nursing experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

About This Role

The RN Case Manager, Per Diem at Hackensack Meridian Health is responsible for coordinating patient care activities to ensure compliance with evidence-based practice standards and regulatory requirements. This role is ideal for a skilled nurse who excels in collaboration and communication within a multidisciplinary team.

Highlights

• Location: Hackensack, NJ
• Schedule: Per Diem, Rotating

What You'll Do

• Facilitate collaborative management of patient care across the continuum.
• Apply process improvement methodologies in evaluating outcomes of care.
• Coordinate communication with physicians, nursing, and ancillary staff.
• Evaluate care provided against the Length of Stay.
• Collaborate with Admitting to ensure accuracy of patient demographic and insurance information.
• Communicate with patients and families regarding medical and discharge plans.
• Assess and plan for discharge needs and arrangements.
• Complete utilization management for assigned patients.
• Monitor length of stay and clinical resource use on an ongoing basis.
• Manage all aspects of discharge planning for assigned patients.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) preferred; 1 year experience for non-BSN HackensackUMC employees.

Experience

• At least 2 years clinical experience in the relevant clinical specialty preferred.

Licenses & Certifications

• Current NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License required.
• BLS AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification required.

About Hackensack Meridian Health

Hackensack Meridian Health is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They focus on transforming healthcare and serving as a leader of positive change in the community.