Eastern New Mexico Medical
Offering up to a $15,000 Sign-On Bonus for eligible Full-Time, Registered Nurse Care Manager candidates!
At Eastern New Mexico Medical Center, our Care Managers play a vital role in coordinating patient-centered care across the continuum. As an RN Care Manager, you will partner closely with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to support safe transitions, optimize outcomes, and ensure patients receive the right care at the right time.
This role blends clinical expertise with advocacy, education, and resource coordination, allowing you to make a meaningful impact beyond the bedside. You will work in a collaborative, supportive environment where teamwork, communication, and professional growth are valued. If you are passionate about care coordination, patient advocacy, and improving healthcare experiences, we invite you to apply and take advantage of our strong training and development programs.
Job Summary The Care Manager - RN is responsible for coordinating and overseeing discharge planning, transitions of care, and case management activities to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This role involves collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, reviewing medical records for appropriateness and medical necessity, and maintaining compliance with federal, state, and accreditation standards.
Essential Functions
Conducts daily reviews of medical records to assess the appropriateness of admission, continued hospital stay, and utilization of diagnostic services.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams (IDT) to ensure effective communication and coordination of patient care, including identifying avoidable days and resolving care transition issues.
Develops and implements discharge plans, coordinating post-hospital placement and social services to meet patient needs.
Refers cases to physicians or managers when patients do not meet established criteria, ensuring timely and appropriate interventions.
Serves as a liaison with community agencies, maintaining relationships and facilitating seamless transitions for discharged patients.
Facilitates interdisciplinary meetings to address patient care needs, resolve challenges, and support collaborative care planning.
Maintains accurate and timely documentation of case management activities, including records of referrals, patient interactions, and compliance with reporting requirements.
Identifies and appropriately refers cases to Child/Adult Protective Services, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
Provides professional assistance to patients, families, and physicians regarding discharge planning and post-hospital care options.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred
2-4 years of clinical nursing experience in a hospital, home health, or nursing home setting required
2-4 years of care management experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong understanding of case management principles, discharge planning, and transitions of care.
Knowledge of federal, state, and Joint Commission standards related to case management.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
Ability to assess complex situations, identify solutions, and implement care plans efficiently.
Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) and documentation systems.
Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.
Licenses and Certifications
RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
BCLS - Basic Life Support required
State Specific Requirements
Alabama: Accredited Case Manager (ACM) or Certified Case Manager (CCM) certification preferred.
New Mexico: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications preferred.
At Eastern New Mexico Medical Center (ENMMC), we focus on cultivating an environment that inspires growth, empowering leadership and encourages health and well-being, not just in the communities we serve but also in the careers of those who make an impact in the lives of many. We know that understanding and addressing the wants, needs and expectations of our patients is critical to our success. And we recognize that the compassion and collaboration of our staff, physicians and volunteers are key to our continued success and are the core of our mission. We strive to create an environment of teamwork and engagement, where employees work together on continuous quality improvement with a focus on patient safety. We are looking for individuals who share this commitment and understanding. As a future employee your personal growth and development is paramount at ENMMC. Come join us in making a difference!
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This role blends clinical expertise with advocacy, education, and resource coordination, allowing you to make a meaningful impact beyond the bedside. You will work in a collaborative, supportive environment where teamwork, communication, and professional growth are valued. If you are passionate about care coordination, patient advocacy, and improving healthcare experiences, we invite you to apply and take advantage of our strong training and development programs.
Job Summary The Care Manager - RN is responsible for coordinating and overseeing discharge planning, transitions of care, and case management activities to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This role involves collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, reviewing medical records for appropriateness and medical necessity, and maintaining compliance with federal, state, and accreditation standards.
Essential Functions
Conducts daily reviews of medical records to assess the appropriateness of admission, continued hospital stay, and utilization of diagnostic services.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams (IDT) to ensure effective communication and coordination of patient care, including identifying avoidable days and resolving care transition issues.
Develops and implements discharge plans, coordinating post-hospital placement and social services to meet patient needs.
Refers cases to physicians or managers when patients do not meet established criteria, ensuring timely and appropriate interventions.
Serves as a liaison with community agencies, maintaining relationships and facilitating seamless transitions for discharged patients.
Facilitates interdisciplinary meetings to address patient care needs, resolve challenges, and support collaborative care planning.
Maintains accurate and timely documentation of case management activities, including records of referrals, patient interactions, and compliance with reporting requirements.
Identifies and appropriately refers cases to Child/Adult Protective Services, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
Provides professional assistance to patients, families, and physicians regarding discharge planning and post-hospital care options.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred
2-4 years of clinical nursing experience in a hospital, home health, or nursing home setting required
2-4 years of care management experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong understanding of case management principles, discharge planning, and transitions of care.
Knowledge of federal, state, and Joint Commission standards related to case management.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
Ability to assess complex situations, identify solutions, and implement care plans efficiently.
Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) and documentation systems.
Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.
Licenses and Certifications
RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
BCLS - Basic Life Support required
State Specific Requirements
Alabama: Accredited Case Manager (ACM) or Certified Case Manager (CCM) certification preferred.
New Mexico: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications preferred.
At Eastern New Mexico Medical Center (ENMMC), we focus on cultivating an environment that inspires growth, empowering leadership and encourages health and well-being, not just in the communities we serve but also in the careers of those who make an impact in the lives of many. We know that understanding and addressing the wants, needs and expectations of our patients is critical to our success. And we recognize that the compassion and collaboration of our staff, physicians and volunteers are key to our continued success and are the core of our mission. We strive to create an environment of teamwork and engagement, where employees work together on continuous quality improvement with a focus on patient safety. We are looking for individuals who share this commitment and understanding. As a future employee your personal growth and development is paramount at ENMMC. Come join us in making a difference!
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