Case Manager (CM) Rehabilitation

About the role

The Case Manager for the Acute Rehabilitation (ARU) unit at Kent Hospital coordinates and manages patient care to ensure high-quality outcomes, optimal resource utilization, and compliance with regulatory and external review requirements. This role provides comprehensive assessment, care planning, coordination, and ongoing evaluation of individual patient needs while honoring patient preferences and supporting continuity of care.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a patient advocate, facilitating discharge planning, addressing holistic needs, and communicating effectively with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Enhances patient satisfaction, promotes cost-effective care, and supports the hospital's mission, vision, and values.

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) or Social Work licensure (LMSW, LCSW, LICSW) or Healthcare professional licensure as Physical Therapist (PT), Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) or Occupational Therapist (OT).
• Certification in Case Management or Rehabilitation Nursing preferred (e.g., CCM, ARN, ACM, ANCC CM).
• Minimum of two (2) years social work or case management experience in an inpatient setting highly preferred.
• Acute/rehabilitation hospital experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in nursing, social work, or related field.
• Experience: Minimum of two (2) years social work or case management experience in an inpatient setting.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities.
• Knowledge of rehabilitation and case management principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Financial protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Employee well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Pay

$72,800.00 - $95,680.00 per hour

Schedule

Fulltime, Exempt

Contact

To learn more about this opportunity or to apply, please contact Brandi Walton, Talent Acquisition Recruiter at 629-257-6103, brandi.walton1@lifepointhealth.net. Or click here to schedule a time to discuss your career interests with Lifepoint Health!

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