Case Manager (CM)

Facility Name: Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital South Position: Case Manager Shift: FT Days Schedule: 8:00am - 5pm (some flexibility) Position Summary The Licensed Case Manager is responsible for coordinating the interdisciplinary care plan, discharge planning, and patient progress communication within the inpatient rehabilitation setting. This role serves as a liaison among patients, caregivers, and the healthcare team to ensure timely and effective care transitions. Position Responsibilities Complete departmental orientation, as well as initial and annual competencies. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to identify barriers to care or discharge and develop appropriate solutions. Document patient care activities in alignment with workflow timelines, including completion of the Individual Plan of Care (IPoC) per CMS guidelines. Schedule family conferences and communicate progress and discharge planning with caregivers after team conferences and as needed. Coordinate weekly interdisciplinary team conferences to monitor treatment goals and outcomes. Review assigned Case Mix Group (CMG) and assist the team in identifying actively treated comorbid conditions; communicate findings to the Health Information Management (HIM) team. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education & License: Licensure required as a Registered Nurse, Social Worker, Respiratory Therapist, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Speech‑Language Pathologist. Certifications: Certification in Case Management or Rehabilitation Nursing is preferred (e.g., CCM, ACM, RN‑BC, ARN). Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in social work or case management in an inpatient setting is preferred; acute rehabilitation hospital experience strongly preferred. Skills: Effective oral and written communication in English; additional languages preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is required. Benefits Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees. Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off. Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match. Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs). Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. EEOC Statement Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr