Case Manager RN
Eureka, CA
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,872/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care148 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN Case Manager for an acute care hospital setting, requiring a CA RN license and prior acute care case management experience.
Details
- Acute hospital Case Management/Utilization Review department
- Day shift schedule, 5x8-hour shifts from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
- Required to work every other weekend
- No on-call responsibilities
- Floating between like units required based on facility need
- Uses Epic charting system
- Accepts local candidates within a 50-mile radius
Requirements
- Active CA RN license required (Compact license must be in hand at submission)
- Minimum of 2 years acute hospital Case Management experience performing care coordination and discharge planning
- At least 1 year of travel nursing experience preferred; first-time travelers may be considered with manager approval
- Epic charting experience required
- Experience with admission criteria, appeals and denials, benefits eligibility, care coordination, discharge planning, needs assessment, DME ordering, and prior authorizations
- Knowledge of CMS guidelines, DRG, HIPAA, and The Joint Commission standards
- Two supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years required
Additional Information
- Responsibilities include care coordination, discharge planning, needs assessment, and prior authorization management
- May float between sister facilities near the contracted site 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 requested time off must be submitted at the time of application for consideration
- 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
- First-time travelers may be accepted with clinical manager approval
Facility
Saint Joseph Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- 148 beds
Employer
American Traveler
85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
Recommends working with American Traveler
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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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