Care Manager ER RN Part-Time

Job description

Join us as a Registered Nurse (RN) - Care Management ER Part-Time position at Physicians Regional Medical Center - Pine Ridge campus Unit: Care Management ER: Shift: 5 8's Student Loan Contribution: Up to $20k Other incentives include: Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k match & more available for Full and Part-Time roles Job Summary: The Care Manager – ER collaborates with the emergency department team to assess potential admissions and determine appropriate status placement using evidence-based criteria such as MCG or third-party review tools. This role supports efficient patient flow by avoiding unnecessary admissions and guiding at-risk patients and families to appropriate community-based resources. The Care Manager – ER facilitates transitions of care, supports discharge planning, and ensures regulatory and documentation requirements are met for patients entering hospice or post-acute services. Essential Functions: - Assesses patients in the emergency department for medical necessity of admission and ensures correct placement into inpatient, observation, or outpatient status using MCG or approved criteria. - Identifies patients who may be appropriate for alternative care settings an...