Case Management RN
Eureka, CA
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,752/weekOverview
- Start Date10/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration26 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care148 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 19, 2026
- Length: 26 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN Case Manager for an acute care hospital setting, requiring 2 years of acute hospital case management experience and prior travel experience.
Details
- Acute hospital Case Management/Utilization Review department
- Day shift schedule, 5x8 hours (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM)
- Required to work every other weekend
- No on-call requirements
- Floating to like units required based on facility need
- Uses Epic charting system
- Accepts local candidates within a 50-mile radius
Requirements
- Active CA RN license (Compact license must be in hand at time of submission)
- Minimum 2 years of acute hospital case management experience performing care coordination and discharge planning
- Prior travel nursing experience required, though first-time travelers may be considered with clinical approval
- Epic EMR experience required
- Experience with admission criteria, appeals and denials, benefits eligibility, care coordination, discharge planning, needs assessment/DME orders, and prior authorizations
- Knowledge of CMS, DRG, HIPAA guidelines, and Joint Commission/Core Measure/National Safety Goals
- 2 supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years required
- Full SSN and DOB required for consideration
Additional Information
- Responsibilities include care coordination, discharge planning, needs assessment, DME orders, and prior authorizations
- May involve worker's compensation case management and regulatory compliance duties
- May float between sister facilities within the same health system based on need
- Must commit to working 3 of the 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
- All RTO requests must be submitted upfront at time of submittal; post-submission RTO requests may not be accommodated
- Former permanent staff must wait at least 3 months before returning as a traveler and must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility
- Candidates should not contact facility staff directly regarding the position
- Located in Eureka, California, near multiple state and national parks with access to coastal and redwood forest scenery
Facility
Saint Joseph Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- 148 beds
Employer
American Traveler
84 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
I have absolutely nothing negative to say about Ms. Sebrona! She stayed close by and did her very best to get my foot in the door as a first time traveler! I appreciate her so much!!!
Cons
None
Recommends working with American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
About Eureka, CA
As a Travel Nurse Case Manager in Eureka, CA here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 63-64°F and winter lows of 40-43°F.
- Short term rentals are available, but may require some searching due to limited availability.
- Car friendliness is high, with limited public transportation options.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to the coastal location.
- Eureka has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Eureka offers a variety of restaurants, especially known for seafood.
- The city has a vibrant arts scene, with galleries and live music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, kayaking, and exploring the nearby redwood forests.
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