Registered Nurse Case Manager

Job Summary:

We seek a highly skilled and experienced Registered Nurse with a minimum of 2 years acute care hospital case management experience. The Registered Nurse will be responsible for care coordination and discharge planning in an acute care setting, collaborating closely with the interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This role requires strong communication skills, clinical expertise, and the ability to manage a patient ratio of 1:20. The nurse will participate in weekend rotations and adhere to facility policies and procedures. Responsibilities:

• Perform care coordination and discharge planning for patients in an acute care hospital setting.
• Manage a patient ratio of approximately 1:20, ensuring timely assessments and planning.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, social workers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Conduct patient assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Facilitate communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and documentation requirements.
• Participate in weekend rotations as required to meet departmental needs.
• Adhere to professional standards and maintain licensure requirements.

Required Skills & Certifications:

• Active Registered Nurse license in California or pending license with licensure upon start date.
• Minimum of 2 years acute care hospital case management experience.
• Strong clinical assessment and care coordination skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced acute care environment.
• Ability to manage patient caseloads with a ratio of 1:20.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

• Experience with discharge planning and interdisciplinary team collaboration.
• Previous experience in care coordination roles within hospital settings.
• Familiarity with electronic medical record systems and documentation.

Special Considerations:

• Weekend rotation is required to meet department needs.
• No floating expectation.
• Return to office restrictions do not exceed 7 days.
• Facility type: Acute Care Hospital.
• Dress code allows scrubs or business attire.
• Cancellations after signature may result in a systemwide Do Not Return (DNR) status.

Scheduling:

• Work schedule includes weekend rotations.
• Shifts and assignments are determined based on departmental needs.
• Start date is ASAP.