RN Manager – Care Management
Location: Petaluma, California
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: 8-hour day shifts
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced RN Manager – Care Management to lead and support care management services in an acute care hospital setting. This role is responsible for coordinating patient care across the healthcare continuum, supporting effective transitions of care, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and quality of care.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in inpatient case management, clinical coordination, and healthcare leadership, with a commitment to patient-centered care and addressing social determinants of health.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support the care management team in coordinating patient care and discharge planning.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, patients, caregivers, payers, and community partners.
- Facilitate effective transitions of care and continuity of services across healthcare settings.
- Identify barriers to discharge, including psychosocial needs, mental health concerns, substance use, and resource limitations.
- Promote patient-centered care while respecting patient rights and self-determination.
- Support efficient resource utilization and appropriate care coordination throughout the patient journey.
- Provide team leadership, guidance, and performance support to care management staff.
- Help ensure compliance with organizational policies, clinical standards, and applicable regulations.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN).
- Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license upon hire.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a healthcare role.
- Minimum of 3 years of case management experience in an acute care, inpatient, or hospital setting.
- Minimum of 1 year of healthcare leadership experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in healthcare or a related field.
- Certified Case Manager (CCM) or Accredited Case Manager (ACM) certification upon hire.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is an experienced nursing professional with strong inpatient case management expertise, proven leadership abilities, and excellent communication and collaboration skills. Experience with discharge planning, transitional care, multidisciplinary coordination, and social determinants of health is highly desirable.
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