RN Case Manager

Description The purpose of the RN Case Manager is to assist the Director of Nursing to facilitate a smooth and safe discharge for all patients. Schedule: Full-Time, Weekdays (M-F), Occasional Weekends & Holidays Primary Responsibilities: Communicate discharge planning effectively. In coordination with IDT set discharge date. Complete all required discharge paperwork. Coordinate DME needs. Send and communicate referral information. Coordinate transportation on day of discharge Provide education Complete required discharge documentation. Participate in review of Quality Indicator reports and implementation of corrective actions to improve resident care. Analyze quality assurance reports and present to the Quality Assessment and Assurance Committee. Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings. Assist on the floor as needed Maintain confidentiality of resident and facility information. Identify safety hazards and educate staff regarding preventive measures, initiate corrective action if necessary. Requirements Job Qualifications: Valid Registered Nurse License (RN/LPN) in the state where work is performed. Minimum 2+ years of experience in discharge planning or care coordination roles within a healthcare setting. Knowledge of community resources and support services available to older adults. Knowledge of medical terminology, charting skills, and familiarity with a skilled nursing facility. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and operating computer hardware and software. Ability to build rapport with patients through a compassionate and caring demeanor. Physical Requirements: Work performed in a medical setting due to the need to work in person with residents and their families. Ability to work in a variety of environments within the facility, including resident rooms, common areas, and administrative offices. Must be able to sit, stand, bend, reach, talk, hear, stoop, kneel, crouch, stretch, twist, use hands and fingers, handle or operate objects, equipment, or controls. Required vision includes close, vision, distance, peripheral, and the ability to adjust focus. Emotional resilience and ability to cope with the physical and emotional demands of working with residents who may have complex healthcare needs. Stamina to stand and move about the facility to perform frequent rounds and respond to emergent situations as needed. Capability to lift and/or assist other nursing staff in transferring residents safely, with proper body mechanics and assistance as needed. Maintain regular attendance and timeliness as set forth within the work schedule designated by the department supervisor/manager. The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.

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