RN Utilization & Discharge Planner (Per Diem)

Kaiser Permanente; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in California is seeking an RN for case management and utilization review, coordinating admissions and post-hospital planning. The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, patients and families to ensure safe, cost-effective care and compliant discharge processes.

Responsibilities include coordinating care plans, documenting utilization and communicating with outside facilities, while maintaining adherence to regulatory standards and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years RN experience in acute care or case management.
• Accredited RN program completed and eligible for RN license.
• Active California RN license and Basic Life Support (BLS).

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, assesses and evaluates care provided to members.
• Collaborates with physicians and family to develop and document plans of care.
• Recommends alternative levels of care and ensures regulatory compliance.
• Coordinates discharge planning and post-hospital needs with teams and facilities.
• Performs daily clinical reviews and supports utilization management.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

RN training program completion

Bachelor's degree in nursing/healthcare

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in California is seeking an RN for case management and utilization review, coordinating admissions and post-hospital planning. The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, patients and families to ensure safe, cost-effective care and compliant discharge processes.

Responsibilities include coordinating care plans, documenting utilization and communicating with outside facilities, while maintaining adherence to regulatory standards and team collaboration.