Acute Care Case Manager

Job Description

This is a 13-week contract position. We are seeking an experienced Acute Care Case Manager to provide care coordination and discharge planning in an acute care setting. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in hospital case management with a focus on optimizing patient care transitions.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive care coordination and discharge planning for patients in an acute care facility.
• Utilize CMS criteria and InterQual standards for patient assessment and planning.
• Organize and facilitate family meetings and involve stakeholders in the care plan development.
• Manage referrals to community resources, including DME, SNF, and transportation services.
• Assess patients’ needs, including those facing mental health challenges, substance use issues, or homelessness.

Schedule

This position follows a Day 5x8-Hour schedule from 08:00 to 16:30 with weekend coverage required to meet department needs.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• 2 years of acute care hospital case management experience is required.
• Current California state license is mandatory, pending licenses will be accepted if obtained by the start date.
• Experience with Epic charting system is preferred.
• Knowledge of drug and alcohol treatment options and advance directives is beneficial.
• Must commit to working 3 of the 5 holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day).

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!