Case Manager LPN

Employment Status : Per Diem Overview Shifts Available: Days Employment Type: Per diem / PRN Hours: 8 -hour shifts – 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Location: Providence Medical Center- Kansas City, KS The Case Manager LPN is responsible for coordinating patient care, discharge planning, and utilization review to ensure patients receive appropriate, cost-effective care across the continuum. This role collaborates with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes, reduce length of stay, and ensure compliance with regulatory and payer requirements. Benefits Medical Insurance Employer 401K options Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: Responsibilities Coordinate and manage individualized patient care plans from admission through discharge. Perform ongoing patient assessments and monitor progress toward goals of care. Facilitate discharge planning, including post-acute placement, home health, DME, and community resources. Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, social workers, and ancillary departments to ensure continuity of care. Educate patients and families on treatment plans, discharge instructions, and available resources. Participate in interdisciplinary rounds to proactively address barriers to discharge. Qualifications Required Qualifications BSW or other bachelor's degree in a clinical healthcare-related field. At least one year of experience in case management, discharge planning, or nursing management. LVN/LPN graduate from an accredited school of nursing, with a current LVN/LPN license, and 2 years of acute care experience. Experience and knowledge in basic to intermediate computer skills. Preferred Qualifications Minimum 5 years of acute care experience preferred. Case management certification within 2 years of hiring. At least one year of experience in case management, discharge planning, or management is preferred. Current BLS certificate preferred. Knowledge of Milliman Criteria and InterQual Criteria preferred. Shift Variable Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: #J-18808-Ljbffr