Registered Nurse (RN) - Care Manager

The Registered Nurse (RN) Care Manager is responsible for coordinating patient care across inpatient, emergency, and outpatient settings, focusing on geriatric patients. Key duties include conducting comprehensive assessments, facilitating multidisciplinary care, managing discharge planning, and supporting quality outcomes such as reducing length-of-stay, preventing readmissions, and enhancing patient satisfaction. The role involves collaboration with healthcare teams, performing utilization reviews, and ensuring proper documentation. Qualifications include a BSN or MSN, an active RN license in New York, and certifications like Patient Review Instrument (PRI). Preferred experience encompasses 1–3 years in clinical settings (Emergency, Critical Care, Medical-Surgical), case management, and familiarity with criteria such as Milliman/InterQual. Strong computer skills, knowledge of healthcare regulations, payer issues, and state/federal programs are desired. The position offers a competitive salary range and requires adherence to standards, with responsibilities including patient education, transitional planning, and participation in performance improvement activities.