Hospital Director Of Case Management

Overview

• Lead the case management department, driving strategic initiatives to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and organizational policies while optimizing clinical resource utilization.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary teams to streamline patient care and discharge planning processes.
• Develop and implement performance improvement strategies based on data-driven insights.
• Foster collaboration with hospital leadership and external agencies to ensure seamless care transitions.
• Provide leadership in achieving departmental goals and enhancing staff competencies.
• Maintain a professional presence and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Support innovative approaches to case management practices and patient care coordination.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Oversee daily operations of the case management department, ensuring optimal staffing and resource allocation.
• Monitor departmental performance metrics and implement improvement plans to achieve quality objectives.
• Collaborate with financial and clinical leaders to align departmental goals with organizational priorities.
• Ensure adherence to care coordination protocols and discharge planning standards.
• Build and maintain relationships with interdisciplinary teams and external partners.
• Lead staff development initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and accreditation requirements.
• Drive innovation in case management processes to enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) required; Master's degree in a related field preferred.
• Active RN, LCSW, or LMSW licensure required.
• Minimum of 3 years of acute care hospital case management experience required.
• At least 2 years of leadership experience in case management within acute care settings.
• Proven ability to achieve performance and quality objectives in healthcare environments.
• Strong analytical skills and experience with performance improvement methodologies.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and motivational abilities.
• Knowledge of care coordination, discharge planning, and healthcare regulations.