Job Summary
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) seeks an RN Care Manager to oversee patient care from admission through discharge. The position requires an understanding of UAMS policies, CMS, EMTALA, and other regulatory requirements. Responsibilities include coordinating interdisciplinary care, ensuring compliance, and facilitating discharge planning.
Responsibilities
Initiate appropriate referrals to internal and external interdisciplinary teams.
Establish the working diagnosis at initial review.
Communicate target length of stay and coordinate discharge planning with the interdisciplinary team.
Document all team, physician, and patient/family communication regarding coordination of care.
Coordinate with physicians regarding admission status when criteria are not met.
Identify and intervene to ensure timely discharges and document avoidable or denied days.
Identify psychosocial/non‑medical discharge needs and refer to Social Work as appropriate.
Assess and revise discharge plans based on patient appropriateness.
Refer cases for Ethics Committee consideration when needed.
Participate in performance improvement and evidence‑based practice/research.
Support evidence integration into nursing practice.
Promote a positive educational environment for students and staff.
Provide patient/family education and implement POC using interdisciplinary, patient and family centered care.
Communicate effectively with multidisciplinary team and document in the medical record.
Report variances in care, systems, or processes through appropriate channels.
Act as a resource and demonstrate commitment to professional development of other UAMS employees.
Participate in staff recruitment/retention and develop evidence‑based nursing standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, ADN, or Diploma RN Degree
Three (3) years RN experience with current BLS certification
Valid Arkansas Registered Nursing License
Preferred Qualifications:
National Nursing Certification
BSN preferred; Certified Case Manager (CCM) or American Case Management (ACM) certification
Additional Responsibilities/Competencies:
Excellent communication skills
Basic computer skills
Strong work ethics and accountability
Physical Requirements
Stand: Frequently
Sit: Occasionally
Walk: Frequently
Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead: Frequently
Physical Environment: Inside Medical Facility Environment; Noise Level: Moderate; Visual Requirements: Color discrimination, Depth perception, Far visual acuity, Near visual acuity; Hazards: Biological, Chemical, Dust, Electrical, Fumes/Gases/Odors, Radiation, Sharp objects/tools.
Salary: Commensurate with education and experience.
Required Documents: License or Certificate, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume.
Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status.
Pre‑employment Screening: Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing; position subject to screening including drug testing and education verification.
Contact Information
For questions, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu . All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site: https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS. Do not send directly to the recruitment contact listed.
EEO Statement
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about Title IX may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.