RN Case Manager
About the role
At Westerly Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, we believe that coordinated, compassionate, and patient-centered care is essential to achieving the best possible outcomes for our residents. Guided by our core values of Passion, Respect, and Excellence, the RN Case Manager plays a key role in overseeing care coordination, supporting clinical decision-making, and ensuring continuity of care across the healthcare continuum.
Join our team at Westerly Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, a 106-bed Sub-Acute, and Long-Term Care facility where compassion and quality care are at the heart of everything we do. Our facility is thoughtfully designed with beautiful common spaces, creating a welcoming, home-like environment not only for our residents but also for our staff. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference. Here, you'll be part of a collaborative and dedicated team that prioritizes professional growth, work-life balance, and a culture of appreciation. If you're passionate about providing exceptional care in a warm, inclusive setting, we would love for you to grow your career with us.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and manage care for patients with chronic, acute, or complex medical conditions across the care continuum.
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to identify physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs.
- Develop, implement, and continuously evaluate individualized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Monitor patient progress toward established goals and adjust care plans based on clinical outcomes and changing needs.
- Serve as a patient advocate by ensuring the resident's needs, goals, and preferences are communicated and respected throughout the care process.
- Facilitate communication between patients, families, physicians, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity and quality of care.
- Coordinate medical appointments, referrals, transportation, and access to community resources as needed.
- Ensure efficient and appropriate utilization of healthcare resources while maintaining high-quality care standards.
- Provide education to patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and care planning.
Qualifications
- Minimum of an RN Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- Previous case management or utilization review experience preferred.
- Direct patient care experience strongly preferred.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- Solid understanding of healthcare regulations, standards of practice, and care coordination principles.
Benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee referral bonus
- Health, vision, and dental benefits
- 401(k) with match
- Employee engagement and culture committee
- Shift differentials
- Company-sponsored life insurance
- Employee assistance program (EAP) resources
Pay
Daily Pay! $30-$45/hour