RN Case Manager – Acute Care (Evening Shift) – Utilization Review & Discharge Planning
Job Description
As an RN Case Manager on the evening shift, you will lead utilization review, coordinate discharge planning, and ensure appropriate patient care status across multiple units including ED, Med/Surg, Telemetry, Neuro, ICU, and PCU. Reporting to the Director of Case Management, you will drive collaboration between clinical teams and payers to improve patient flow, reduce length of stay, and prevent avoidable readmissions.
Schedule:
Evening Shift: 12:00 PM – 8:30 PM ET
One weekend per 4-week schedule
Key Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive clinical and psychosocial patient assessments
Develop criteria-driven plans of care with clear discharge goals
Lead interdisciplinary team huddles, facilitating collaboration among physicians, nurses, therapists, pharmacy, and social work
Perform medical necessity reviews, manage patient status conversions, and execute utilization reviews
Document interventions, communicate with third-party payers, and track trends for performance improvement
Identify and remove barriers to care and throughput to reduce length of stay and prevent readmissions
Coordinate post-acute care placements and connect patients/families with community resources
Ensure compliance with regulatory, ethical, and quality standards
Qualifications
Required:
Current RN license in Florida or Compact (must obtain Florida RN license within 90 days if Compact)
3 years recent (within last year) acute care RN case management experience OR 3 years acute RN experience in Med/Surg, Telemetry, Neuro, ICU, PCU, or ED with strong utilization review/throughput skills
Associate Degree or Diploma in Nursing
Also Considered (if acute background met):
Home Health or Insurance Case Management experience (with 3 years total acute RN experience, including ≥1 year acute within last 5 years)
APRN license acceptable if current and compliant
Preferred:
BSN degree
Certification in Case Management, Utilization Review, or Nursing (e.g., CCM, ACM, RN-BC)
Additional Information
Join a 280+ bed acute care hospital’s Case Management team in Tallahassee, delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Our hospital is dedicated to optimizing patient outcomes through coordinated interdisciplinary care, efficient utilization review, and safe discharge planning.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Behavioral health and telemedicine services
401(k) with 100% match (3–9% based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (10% discount)
Paid time off, family leave, and disability coverage
Tuition assistance and student loan repayment programs
Wellness programs and employee assistance
Recognition and professional development initiatives
How to Apply
If you meet the qualifications and want to join a supportive team committed to quality care and patient advocacy, apply today!
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