Case Management

Case Manager – Care Coordination

Position Overview

The facility is seeking a Case Manager for its Care Coordination department. This is an 8-hour day shift role with every-other-weekend coverage and first-to-float responsibility across all hospital areas. The assignment is 15 weeks with 40 guaranteed hours per week.

Clinical Scope

You'll manage 15–20 patient consults daily, handling both utilization review and discharge planning. Your responsibilities include:

• Completing initial assessments and Interqual (IQ) evaluations
• Discharge planning across diverse patient populations (all payers, uninsured, homeless)
• Collaborating with hospitalists, in-house intensivists, and RT support
• Documenting in the facility's charting system
• Reprioritizing throughout the day as patient needs evolve

Requirements

• Current BLS certification
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• California nursing license
• Prior recent direct employment experience with a Dignity facility is required (PRN placements through outside staffing firms are considered; CommonSpirit and CHI employment within the past 12 months disqualifies applicants)
• Familiarity with Interqual criteria and utilization review processes
• Strong collaboration, communication, and time-management skills

Schedule & Logistics

• Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Monday–Friday plus every-other-weekend rotation (minimum one full weekend per month)
• Holidays: Not required but welcome if willing
• Orientation: 5 days formal care coordination training; unit-specific timeline varies by case
• Cancellation policy: Up to 4 shifts may be cancelled per 13-week period

What We're Looking For

A detail-oriented case manager who thrives in fast-paced settings, communicates effectively across disciplines, and excels at managing competing priorities.