RN - Case Management

Care Manager, Case ManagementARMStaffing is looking for a Care Manager, Case Management (Day Shift) in Longview, Texas.LocationLongview, TXAssignment DurationThis is a 13-week contract position.Schedule/ShiftShift: 5 Days, 8 Hours/Day. May be asked to arrive at 7:30 AM and must stay until all cases are finished for the day.Job DescriptionThe Care Manager (CM) II works in collaboration with patients/families, physicians, and multidisciplinary team members to ensure patient progression through the continuum of care and to develop a care plan for each assigned patient from admission through discharge. The CM is responsible for identifying, initiating, and managing optimal patient flow to enhance continuity of care and ensure smooth transitions, patient satisfaction, patient safety, and length of stay management.ResponsibilitiesCoordinate the integration of case management functions into the patient care and discharge planning processes.Facilitate patient care progression throughout the continuum of care in an efficient and cost-effective manner.Monitor patient length of stay and work with interdisciplinary team members to address barriers and expedite discharge.Implement and monitor the patient's plan of care to ensure effectiveness and appropriateness of services.Collaborate with medical and nursing staff to eliminate barriers to efficient care delivery.Conduct assessments to develop comprehensive discharge planning assessments and care plans.Act as a patient advocate regarding treatment decisions and resource coordination.Initiate discharge planning at the time of admission and make necessary referrals based on assessment information.Provide education and support related to patients' goals of care.Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and clinical performance improvement activities.Required ExperienceMinimum of 2 years of clinical experience, with at least 1 year in an acute care setting preferred.Experience in case management, utilization management, MCG criteria, InterQual criteria, and EPIC is required.Acute hospital management experience is highly preferred.Certifications/LicensureRN or LMSW licensure in the state of Texas is required for new hires. LBSW accepted for associates with 5+ years of demonstrated success in the Care Manager I role.Certification in Case Management is preferred.BLS certification is preferred.About ARMStaffingFounded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA's Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we've built a reputation on more than just placements — we've built it on relationships.As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.