Care Manager RN

Job Description

Full Time Day shift Case Manager RN at Oro Valley Hospital
Schedule is varying week days and some weekend shifts in Case Management supporting various departments 

What you'll do:
As a Registered Nurse you’ll play a vital role in doing what you do best - providing quality care to our patients.

The RN Care Manager collaborates with other disciplines including social workers, physicians, nurse practitioners, to provide optimal, integrated care. Evaluates assigned patients and plans, implements and documents nursing care. 
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.        
Candidates need acute hospital experience, prior case management experience preferred. 

What we offer:
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. 

Essential Functions

• Conducts daily reviews of medical records to assess the appropriateness of admission, continued hospital stay, and utilization of diagnostic services.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams (IDT) to ensure effective communication and coordination of patient care, including identifying avoidable days and resolving care transition issues.
• Develops and implements discharge plans, coordinating post-hospital placement and social services to meet patient needs.
• Refers cases to physicians or managers when patients do not meet established criteria, ensuring timely and appropriate interventions.
• Serves as a liaison with community agencies, maintaining relationships and facilitating seamless transitions for discharged patients.
• Facilitates interdisciplinary meetings to address patient care needs, resolve challenges, and support collaborative care planning.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of case management activities, including records of referrals, patient interactions, and compliance with reporting requirements.
• Identifies and appropriately refers cases to Child/Adult Protective Services, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Provides professional assistance to patients, families, and physicians regarding discharge planning and post-hospital care options.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing required
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred
• 2-4 years of clinical nursing experience in a hospital, home health, or nursing home setting required
• 2-4 years of care management experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 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.

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required

Oro Valley Hospital (OVH) is a 176-bed hospital that also has a freestanding emergency center, Skilled Nursing Unit, and large physician group. With these varied access points, you have your choice of settings in which to work. OVH's culture centers around providing safe, quality care to patients, but also to foster a work environment based on teamwork, commitment to a shared goal and recognizing employees for all they do to care for our patients. Often described as a “family,” the staff at OVH take pride in doing the best they can to care for their community. OVH is 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.