Case Manager
Apple Valley, CA
Prime Staffing
5x8 hrs, Days

We are seeking an experienced Acute Care RN Case Manager to coordinate patient care, discharge planning, and utilization management in a fast-paced acute care hospital. The Case Manager will collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective patient care while facilitating smooth transitions across the continuum of care.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive case management and discharge planning for acute care patients.
• Coordinate care with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Assess patient needs and develop individualized discharge plans.
• Facilitate referrals for post-acute services, DME, home health, SNF, rehab, and community resources.
• Monitor length of stay, resource utilization, and barriers to discharge.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, CMS regulations, and payer requirements.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR.

Minimum Requirements

• Active California RN License (Pending license accepted but must be active by start date)
• Minimum 2 years of Acute Care Hospital Case Management/Discharge Planning experience
• Hospital Case Management experience is required (Behavioral Health experience alone does not qualify)
• Experienced travel nurse required (First-time travelers will not be considered)

Schedule & Additional Details

• Start Date: ASAP
• Facility: Acute Care Hospital
• Floating: Not Required
• Weekend Rotation: Every other weekend (based on department needs)
• Patient Ratios: Days 1:25 | Weekends 1:45