RN - Case Management

Case ManagerLocation Torrance, CAAssignment Duration This is a 13-week contract position.Schedule 5x8.0, Monday-Sunday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PMJob Description The Case Manager is responsible for utilization review and case management activities within the hospital. This position involves performing chart reviews, quality assessments, and ensuring appropriate patient discharges while adhering to the established criteria.ResponsibilitiesPerform chart reviews and quality assessments on all patients using Severity of Illness (SI) and Intensity of Service (IS) InterQual criteria.Identify and implement case management interventions for cases with less predictable outcomes.Monitor observation cases to ensure timely discharge or admission for inpatient services.Initiate Medi-Cal TARs at admission and document daily using SI and IS criteria.Evaluate the case management plan in response to changing patient care situations.Educate physicians and hospital staff on criteria for utilization management.Prepare documentation for denial letters and assist in the appeals process.Address complex patient situations with innovative problem-solving skills.Identify inappropriate bed utilization and quality of care issues for referral to the physician advisor.Required Experience / Certifications / LicensureCurrent California RN license.Two years of clinical experience.Two years of case management experience or certification in case management.Current BCLS certification.Why ARMStaffing?Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and moreOnboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on careClinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contributionRecruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialtyExtras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and moreWe're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here's why:SIA's Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019SIA's Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway HypodermicsWe've earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!