Care Manager ER RN Part-Time
Community Health Systems, Naples, FL, United States
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 and works to avoid unnecessary or social admissions by coordinating with community resources.
Provides timely guidance and education to patients and families regarding care transitions, including hospice services or post-acute facility placement, and secures patient choice documentation as required.
Verifies next of kin contact information and ensures accurate documentation on patient records.
Collaborates with ED clinicians, hospitalists, case managers, and social services to support seamless transitions of care.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred
1-3 years of experience in an acute care or hospital setting required
1-2 years of experience in care management or utilization review preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of admission criteria and care level determination tools such as MCG or InterQual.
Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
Ability to effectively coordinate community-based services and discharge planning.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for patient and interdisciplinary team interactions.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and compliance documentation.
Licenses and Certifications
RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
BCLS - Basic Life Support preferred
Job Info
Job Identification 140792
Job Category Allied Health
Posting Date 01/27/2026, 08:51 PM
Job Schedule Part time
Job Shift Evening
Locations 6101 PINE RIDGE ROAD, NAPLES, FL, 34119, US
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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 and works to avoid unnecessary or social admissions by coordinating with community resources.
Provides timely guidance and education to patients and families regarding care transitions, including hospice services or post-acute facility placement, and secures patient choice documentation as required.
Verifies next of kin contact information and ensures accurate documentation on patient records.
Collaborates with ED clinicians, hospitalists, case managers, and social services to support seamless transitions of care.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred
1-3 years of experience in an acute care or hospital setting required
1-2 years of experience in care management or utilization review preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of admission criteria and care level determination tools such as MCG or InterQual.
Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
Ability to effectively coordinate community-based services and discharge planning.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for patient and interdisciplinary team interactions.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and compliance documentation.
Licenses and Certifications
RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
BCLS - Basic Life Support preferred
Job Info
Job Identification 140792
Job Category Allied Health
Posting Date 01/27/2026, 08:51 PM
Job Schedule Part time
Job Shift Evening
Locations 6101 PINE RIDGE ROAD, NAPLES, FL, 34119, US
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