RN Inpatient Care Navigator: Smooth Transitions

IHA; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center in Springfield, MA is seeking an RN Inpatient Care Coordinator to coordinate patient care from admission through discharge, assess clinical and psychosocial needs, and develop individualized care plans. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, case managers, and ancillary staff to ensure smooth transitions and advocate for patients’ well-being.

Responsibilities include monitoring progress, adjusting plans, and ensuring alignment with regulatory

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred.
• Licensure: Current RN license to practice in Massachusetts.
• Certification: Case management certification or eligibility within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inpatient care from admission through discharge.
• Assess clinical, psychosocial, and discharge planning needs.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized plans of care.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, case managers, and staff.
• Monitor progress and adjust care plans based on evolving needs.

Skills

Case management

Utilization review

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Managed care knowledge

CMS/HCFA awareness

Education

Graduate of accredited nursing program

BSN preferred

Massachusetts RN license

Tools

MCG

InterQual

Job description

Mercy Medical Center in Springfield, MA is seeking an RN Inpatient Care Coordinator to coordinate patient care from admission through discharge, assess clinical and psychosocial needs, and develop individualized care plans. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, case managers, and ancillary staff to ensure smooth transitions and advocate for patients’ well-being.

Responsibilities include monitoring progress, adjusting plans, and ensuring alignment with regulatory