ER Case Manager - RN

Job Posting

Location: Unity Medical Center Position Type: Full-Time

About the Role: The Staff Pad has partnered with Unity Medical Center to hire an ER RN Case Manager. This role is responsible for supporting patient flow, utilization review, and discharge planning within a fast-paced emergency department. The ER RN Case Manager collaborates closely with physicians, nurses, and care teams to ensure appropriate level of care, efficient throughput, and safe patient transitions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform utilization review to determine medical necessity of ER visits, admissions, and services
• Coordinate discharge planning directly from the emergency department
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams on patient care plans
• Facilitate patient transfers, admissions, and appropriate level-of-care decisions
• Identify barriers to discharge and coordinate solutions in real time
• Communicate with patients and families regarding care plans and next steps
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, regulatory requirements, and payer guidelines
• Support efficient patient flow and throughput in the emergency department

Qualifications:

• Active and valid RN license (Tennessee or compact state)
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
• Minimum 1–2 years of RN experience, preferably in Emergency Room or acute care
• Previous case management or utilization review experience preferred
• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment