Nurse Director Case Management

Overview

• Lead the case management department, driving strategic initiatives to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
• Oversee discharge planning processes, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and organizational standards.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize resource utilization and improve care outcomes.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with physicians and post-acute care providers.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to case management staff, fostering professional growth and team cohesion.
• Adapt to dynamic healthcare environments, managing multiple priorities effectively.
• Report to executive leadership, contributing to organizational strategy and decision-making.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Direct departmental operations, including staffing, onboarding, and competency development initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to care coordination and discharge planning processes across all cases.
• Monitor departmental performance using data analysis and implement sustainable improvement strategies.
• Collaborate with financial and operational leaders to align departmental goals with organizational objectives.
• Establish and maintain relationships with clinical and ancillary service leaders.
• Manage on-call rotations for weekends based on hospital volume and operational needs.
• Uphold the organization’s Code of Conduct and Mission Statement in all professional activities.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required; Master’s degree is preferred.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) licensure or equivalent social work licensure is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of acute care hospital case management experience is required.
• At least 2 years of leadership experience in case management is required.
• Proven ability to build strategic relationships with physicians and post-acute care stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and motivational skills are essential.
• Strong adaptability and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Self-motivated with a robust work ethic and ability to develop actionable plans independently.