(RN) Care Manager - Per Diem - Care Management - 140292

Work Schedule Days, 8-hour shifts, Variable, some Weekends and Holidays Payroll Title CASE MGR PD Department Care Management Hiring Pay Scale $87.16 / Hour Worksite Hillcrest Appointment Type Per Diem Appointment Percent 20% Union HX Contract Total Openings 1 Job Description UC San Diego Health is proud to be a four-time Magnet-designated organization and has earned Magnet with Distinction from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). We are a tertiary level acute hospital where Care Managers coordinate care for medically complex patients, utilizing critical thinking and discharge planning skills. The Care Management Department includes highly skilled Care Managers and Social Workers dedicated to providing excellent care for our diverse patient population. Under general supervision, the RN Care Manager facilitates the patient’s hospitalization from pre‑admission through discharge. The Care Manager coordinates with physicians, nurses, social workers and other healthcare providers to expedite medically appropriate, cost‑effective care. They apply clinical expertise and medical appropriateness criteria to resource utilization and discharge planning and communicate with administration and the healthcare team as needed. Minimum Qualifications Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing; ADN with at least 3 years of acute care manager experience will be considered. Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the State of California. BLS at time of hire; commitment to obtain BART within six (6) months. Minimum of 3 years prior inpatient RN care manager experience in an acute care hospital, or equivalent inpatient RN experience, within the last 7 years. Demonstrated utilization review/discharge planning experience. Effective interpersonal communication and negotiation skills, leadership ability, and conflict management and resolution. Thrives in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment and is committed to professional growth and ongoing departmental performance improvement. Demonstrated understanding of patient flow, transitions to post‑acute care and community‑based services. Proficiency in information systems, databases, and programs including MS Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Fast and accurate typing, data entry skills, and proficiency with detailed written communication appropriate for electronic medical records. Preferred Qualifications

BSN/MSN

ACM and/or CCM certificate. Three to five (3‑5) years clinical RN experience or RN care management experience in an acute care setting. Med/Surg, progressive care, or ED clinical RN experience. UCSD RN experience or RN experience in another academic medical center. Previous supervisory/management experience. RN experience in a post‑acute care facility or home health agency. Facile with Epic, ECIN (Allscripts) and/or Utilization Review / InterQual. Knowledge of local payers and coverage, reimbursement, and evidence‑based clinical nursing practice. Special Conditions Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs. Employment is subject to a criminal background check and a pre‑employment physical exam. Pay Details Annual Full Pay Range: $181,990 – $181,990 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%). Hourly Equivalent: $87.16 – $87.16. Compliance If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. Life‑support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands‑on practice and in‑person skills assessment; online‑only certification is not acceptable. Equal Opportunity Employer The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Misconduct Disclosure Requirement As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy Abusive Conduct in the Workplace #J-18808-Ljbffr UC San Diego Health