Transitional Care Nurse: Elevate Discharges & Outcomes

Singing River Health System; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Singing River Pascagoula Hospital is seeking a Transitional Care Management (TCM) Nurse to bridge between medical teams and patients across SRHS campuses. The role emphasizes coordinating discharge dates, pre-discharge scheduling, and guidance on E&M coding to providers based on insurance.

The position aims to reduce readmissions, improve discharge outcomes, and support proactive case management across SRHS facilities. Travel to SRHS locations may be required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing; Mississippi license required.
• Must be licensed and registered with the Mississippi State Board of Nurse Examiners.
• Minimum 2 years direct patient care or clinic experience.
• Preferred: experience in Case Management.

Responsibilities

• Serve as intermediary between medical teams and patients for care coordination.
• Assist with scheduling and ensure appointment dates before discharge.
• Provide applicable E&M codes to providers based on insurance.
• Support efforts to reduce readmissions and improve discharge outcomes.
• Travel to SRHS facilities as needed.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Patient care

Communication

Clinical assessment

Team collaboration

Education

Nursing degree

Tools

MS Outlook

Microsoft Word

Computer proficiency

Job description

Singing River Pascagoula Hospital is seeking a Transitional Care Management (TCM) Nurse to bridge between medical teams and patients across SRHS campuses. The role emphasizes coordinating discharge dates, pre-discharge scheduling, and guidance on E&M coding to providers based on insurance.

The position aims to reduce readmissions, improve discharge outcomes, and support proactive case management across SRHS facilities. Travel to SRHS locations may be required.