This is a part-time position working day shift weekends in Care Management/Case Management at Northwest Medical Center in Tucson, AZ. A $2500 sign-on bonus is offered to eligible experienced Care Manager RNs.
Coordinates services through an interdisciplinary process which provides a clinical and psychosocial approach through the continuum of care. Assists in development, planning, coordination, and administration of the activities of clinical review, discharge planning, resource utilization, and utilization review. Acts as a liaison between patient/family and healthcare personnel to ensure necessary care is provided promptly and effectively.
Our nurses enjoy a robust benefits package including health insurance, flexible scheduling, 100% licensure/certification renewal reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and up to $20K for student loan payments. We know it's not just about finding a job. It's about finding a place where you are respected, valued, and where your work is purposeful and fulfilling. A place where your talent is recognized, professional development is encouraged, and career advancement is possible.
Candidates need two years of acute hospital experience, prior case management experience preferred.
The Care Manager - RN is responsible for coordinating and overseeing discharge planning, transitions of care, and case management activities to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This role involves collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, reviewing medical records for appropriateness and medical necessity, and maintaining compliance with federal, state, and accreditation standards.
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred. Two to four years of clinical nursing experience in a hospital, home health, or nursing home setting required. Two to four years of care management experience preferred.
Strong understanding of case management principles, discharge planning, and transitions of care. Knowledge of federal, state, and Joint Commission standards related to case management. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams. Ability to assess complex situations, identify solutions, and implement care plans efficiently. Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) and documentation systems. Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.
RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required. BCLS - Basic Life Support required.
Northwest Medical Center (NMC) is a 287-bed hospital, with seventeen urgent care facilities, a freestanding emergency center, Northwest Transitions Inpatient Rehabilitation, Women's Center, and a large physician group, we offer you a variety of settings in which to work. Every location is dedicated to providing safe, quality patient care, but more than that is the commitment to employees. NMC provides a culture of teamwork, respect, and appreciation for all staff, whether they care for patients directly or work in a support role. With employee appreciation celebrations throughout the year, opportunities for growth, and the satisfaction that you are part of a hospital leading the way with accessible, convenient healthcare in Tucson, NMC is a great place to work. Accredited by The Joint Commission and is an equal opportunity employer: race, gender, disability and veteran status, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor priority referral Protected Veterans requested. Equal Employment Opportunity This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to http://www.chs.net/serving-communities/locations/ to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.