Case Manager
Apple Valley, CA
Bestica
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse – Case Manager

Location: Apple Valley, CA
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: 13 Weeks
Shift: Days | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Schedule: 5×8 Hours
Patient Ratio: 1:25

Job Description

Seeking an experienced RN Case Manager to provide acute care case management, utilization review, care coordination, and discharge planning. The RN will work closely with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate appropriate care and ensure safe, timely discharge.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments, care coordination, and discharge planning.
• Conduct utilization review and support appropriate level of care.
• Develop and participate in patient treatment plans and family meetings.
• Coordinate DME, SNF placement, ambulance transportation, and other post-acute services.
• Work with HMOs, IPAs, and other healthcare organizations.
• Assist patients with complex social and healthcare needs.
• Ensure compliance with CMS, Department of Health, Joint Commission, and other regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate computerized documentation.

Requirements

• 2+ years of Acute Care Case Management/Discharge Planning experience.
• Hospital/Acute Care experience required.
• Seasoned traveler required — first-time travelers not accepted.
• Active California RN license required by start date.
• Experience with ED, ICU, Medical-Surgical, and Surgical Services preferred.
• Strong discharge planning, utilization review, and care coordination skills.
• Must independently arrange DME, SNF, and ambulance transportation.
• Weekend rotation required, based on department needs.
• RTO limited to 7 days or less.
• Behavioral health-only experience does not qualify.

Additional Details

• Orientation: 40 hours
• Patient Population: Neonates, Adolescents, Adults & Geriatrics
• Weekend Ratio: 1:45
• Call: No
• Scrubs/Attire: Business attire or scrubs