Travel RN Case Manager

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Case Management for a travel nursing job in Lakewood, California.

• Specialty:
  Case Management
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/02/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours:
  
  40 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN Case Manager for a day-shift hospital assignment requiring prior case management experience and a California RN license in hand.

• Hospital-based Case Management department serving adult and geriatric patients
• Day shift schedule, 8:00am-4:30pm, with alternating weekend coverage
• Patient ratio of 1:25 for both weekday and weekend shifts
• Weekend coverage required
• No floating required
• Uses Cerner charting system

• Active CA RN license required in-hand at time of application (EMSA not accepted)
• Current BLS certification required in-hand
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Minimum 1 year of acute care setting experience required
• Minimum 1 year full-time equivalent experience in case management specialty within the past 2 years
• Cerner charting system experience required
• Community hospital experience required
• Teaching hospital, Trauma Level I, and Trauma Level II experience preferred
• Previous charge experience preferred
• Skills required:
  
  Case Management/Utilization Review, Admission Criteria, Discharge Planning, and Plan of Care
• Two supervisor references required for consideration, including at least one from a supervisor, director, or manager within the last year from the relevant unit
• Full 7-year work history with all employment gaps explained

• Responsible for case management and utilization review duties including admission criteria assessment, discharge planning, and plan of care development
• Locals accepted at the same pay rate
• Candidates must have been separated from the facility for a minimum of 1 year to be eligible to return as a travelers
• No RTO permitted within the first two weeks of the assignment, with a maximum of 7 days RTO per 13-week contract highly preferred
• All time off requests must be submitted with the initial application and cannot be changed once submitted
• Facility manager may or may not conduct an interview prior to placement
• Strong candidates may be considered even as first-time travelers

American Traveler Job  #P-763417. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN
- Case Management/Utilization Review
- Case Management

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.