Inpatient Care Manager (RN): Per Diem, Weekend Days, 8AM-4PM, Atlantic Health Morristown Medica[...]

JOB DESCRIPTION

Atlantic Health System is seeking a dynamic Registered Nurse to join the energetic and innovative team of healthcare professionals as an Inpatient Care Manager on the Care Management Team at Morristown Medical Center. This per diem position requires the candidate to provide services during the day, Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing care and services to selected member populations across the continuum of illness, ensuring effective utilization and monitoring of healthcare resources, managing the interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal clinical and resource outcomes, and partnering with the Supervisor/Manager of Case Management to assess, plan, implement, coordinate, monitor, and evaluate services and outcomes to maximize the health and well‑being of the patient. Weekend-Only Scheduling Expectations Staff who work weekends only are expected to work a minimum of three (3) weekend days per month. Staff who work weekends only are expected to work a minimum of one (1) weekend shift surrounding a holiday (day before, day of, or day after). Weekend days surrounding holidays will be identified annually by Case Management Leadership. Scheduling assignments will be made on a first‑come, first‑served basis, and holiday assignments will rotate annually to ensure fairness among all staff. Principal Accountabilities Care Coordination & Patient Advocacy Manage, coordinate, and facilitate care delivery through comprehensive patient and family assessments. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support optimal clinical and psychosocial outcomes. Utilization & Documentation Oversight Conduct daily chart and utilization reviews to ensure appropriate level of care. Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive clinical documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR). Interdisciplinary Collaboration Lead and participate in interdisciplinary care rounds. Identify and proactively address quality‑of‑care concerns, barriers to progression of care, and discharge delays. Discharge Planning Formulate, coordinate, and implement individualized discharge plans. Ensure safe, timely, and effective transitions across the continuum of care, including post‑acute services and community resources. Resource & Outcome Management Monitor healthcare resource utilization and length of stay. Partner with the Supervisor/Manager of Case Management to evaluate outcomes and improve care delivery processes.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Current RN license in the State of New Jersey Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required Minimum 2-3 years of recent acute care nursing experience Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and care coordination skills Effective communication and collaboration abilities Experience working with electronic medical records (EMR) Preferred Prior experience in Care Management, Case Management, Utilization Review, or Discharge Planning Knowledge of payer requirements, regulatory standards, and care transitions Case Management certification (CCM) or ability to obtain within a designated timeframe Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full‑time and part‑time team members) Life & AD&D Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement) 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution PTO & Paid Sick Leave Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave Backup and On-Site Childcare Well-Being Rewards Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance Note: In compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.

EEO STATEMENT

Atlantic Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Atlantic Health System