Case Manager, RN - Ambulatory Case Management

Job Title

Case Manager

Job Description

Are you ready to bring your clinical competencies to a world-class Medical Group known for the very highest clinical standards? Do you have a passion for the highest quality and patient satisfaction? Then please respond to this dynamic opportunity available with one of the best places to work in Southern California! We would be happy to hear from you.

The Cedars-Sinai Medical Network is committed to helping primary care and specialist physicians provide excellent care to all their patients, who benefit from convenient access to primary and specialty care physicians and seamless coordination of care between them. As a part of Cedars-Sinai, our physicians and staff are partners in quality health care from a medical center that is consistently recognized as one of the finest hospitals in the country. For the 8th consecutive year, we have been named one of the top 20 Physician Groups in Southern California by Integrated Healthcare Associates (IHA).

Why work here?

Beyond outstanding benefits, competitive salaries and health and dental insurance we take pride in hiring the best, most passionate employees. Our talented staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation and the gold standard of patient care we strive for.

What will you be doing in this role?

The Case Manager is responsible for the case management of patient while hospitalized and upon discharge from various care settings. In collaboration with the Inpatient Specialty Program (ISP) hospitalists, the Case Manager will assist patients from the time they are admitted until they are discharged from the hospital by assessing their needs, coordinating care, communicating with health plans, including concurrent review to determine the appropriateness of services rendered and to ensure that quality care is delivered in a cost-effective manner.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Meets with patients within 24 hours of admission and conducts an initial assessment.
• Consults with assigned hospitalist each day during morning rounds regarding disposition planning and appropriateness for each day of patient's stay.
• Reviews with hospitalist the patient's admission and continued stay for medical necessity, appropriateness of care and level of care. Use Milliman and Interqual guidelines as necessary.
• Plans for discharges and care assessments.
• Submits necessary clinical information to the health plan using the accepted format (MIDAS or telephonic) and coordinate health plan communication with assigned hospitalist as appropriate.
• Coordinates with nurse practitioner and case manager assigned to the SNF's for continued review and follow up.
• Communicates transition of care to the member or responsible party including: i) Transition process and what to expect ii) Changes in health status and the care plan iii) Staff who will be handling issues, questions, concerns, i.e. Case Manager.
• Authorizes all appropriate services based upon covered benefits and necessity of care provided in the: a) Member's home or residence b) Acute Care c) Skilled Nursing Facility d) Rehabilitation Facility e) Home Health Care f) Custodial Care facility or Board and Care Facility.
• Coordinates discharge planning and alternative treatment plans with PCP/hospitalist/specialist as appropriate.
• Secures outpatient follow-up appointments and scheduling tests or outpatient procedures with appropriate health care providers.
• Refers to Ambulatory Case Manager for those patients identified that need oversight of outpatient care and compliance to avoid unnecessary readmissions.
• Coordinate referrals and secure appointment with various CSMNS disease management programs.

Qualifications

Job Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required

Work Experience

• 3 years nursing experience required
• 1-2 years of previous experience in case management in the outpatient setting required

Licenses and Certifications

• State License current California RN required

About Us

Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars-Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.

About the Team

With a growing number of primary urgent and specialty care locations across Southern California, Cedars-Sinai's medical network serves people near where they live. Delivering coordinated, compassionate healthcare you can join our network of clinicians and physicians to improve the healthcare people throughout Los Angeles and beyond.

Job Info

• Job Identification 17390
• Legal Employer Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
• Department CSMC 8714016 MNS Ambulatory Care Mgmt
• Job Category Patient Services
• Job Function Case Management
• Locations 8501 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA, 90211, US
• Overtime Status NONEXEMPT
• Primary Shift 1 Day
• Shift Duration 8 hour
• Minimum Salary 48.33
• Maximum Salary 77.33
• UKG Pay Rule D301
• Posting Date 05/29/2026, 04:54 PM