Community Health Systems

Operates acute care hospitals nationwide

RN Bed Control Nights

Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeBirmingham, AL, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

An Associate Degree in Nursing is required.
Two to four years of clinical nursing experience in a hospital, home health, or nursing home setting is required.
A strong understanding of case management principles, discharge planning, and transitions of care is required.
Knowledge of federal, state, and Joint Commission standards related to case management is required.
Proficiency in electronic medical records and documentation systems is required.
A valid Registered Nurse state license in the state of employment or a compact state license is required.

Responsibilities

Conduct daily reviews of medical records to assess the appropriateness of admission, continued hospital stay, and utilization of diagnostic services.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support effective communication and coordination of patient care, including identifying avoidable days and resolving care transition issues.
Develop and implement discharge plans, coordinating post-hospital placement and social services to meet patient needs.
Refer cases to physicians or managers when patients do not meet established criteria, ensuring timely and appropriate interventions.
Serve as a liaison with community agencies, maintaining relationships and facilitating seamless transitions for discharged patients.
Facilitate interdisciplinary meetings to address patient care needs, resolve challenges, and support collaborative care planning.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of case management activities, including referrals, patient interactions, and compliance with reporting requirements.
Assist patients, families, and physicians regarding discharge planning and post-hospital care options.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with all policies and standards.

Desired Qualifications

A Bachelor's Degree in Nursing is preferred.
Two to four years of care management experience is preferred.
Accredited Case Manager certification is preferred.
Certified Case Manager certification is preferred.
Basic Life Support certification is preferred.

Job Summary

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.

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.
Provides assistance to patients, families, and physicians regarding discharge planning and post-hospital care options.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
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 state licensure in state of employment or Compact state licensure required
Accredited Case Manager (ACM) preferred
CCM - Certified Case Manager preferred
BLS - Basic Life Support preferred

About the Company

Community Health Systems

Operates acute care hospitals nationwide

Community Health Systems operates general acute care hospitals across 14 states, owning or leasing 71 facilities to deliver healthcare outside urban centers. Its main business is running hospital networks and providing medical and surgical services to patients, funded by payments from patients, insurers, and government programs like Medicare and Medicaid. The company also offers management services to its affiliates through a professional services corporation. Its workflow centers on developing and operating healthcare delivery systems, supporting a wide range of needs from emergency care to specialized treatments. The goal is to help people get well and live healthier by providing accessible non-urban and suburban hospital-based care while navigating a regulated, competitive US healthcare market.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Franklin, TN
Founded: 1985

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