RN Case Manager PT Weekends

Job Details

Position: RN Case Manager

Institution:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS)

Type of Position:
Management - Operations

Job Type: Regular

Sponsorship Available:
No

Closing Date:
03/23/2026

The RN Case Manager is responsible for managing the continuum of care for admission through discharge for assigned patients. The role reflects appropriate knowledge of the RN scope of practice, current state requirements, CMS Conditions of Participation, EMTALA, Patient Bill of Rights, AB 1203 and other Federal or State regulatory agency requirements specific to discharge planning. The RN Case Manager partners with the multi-disciplinary team, utilizes scientific evidence for best practices, relevant data and compliance with the Mission and Core Values of UAMS.

• Initiates appropriate referrals to internal and external interdisciplinary teams.
• Establishes a working diagnosis on every patient at the time of the initial review.
• Communicates the target length of stay estimated discharge on every patient at the time of the initial review and coordinates the discharge planning process in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Documents all team, physician, and patient/family communication and concerns pertaining to coordinating of care and services.
• Communicates with physicians regarding the level of care or admission status when appropriate criteria are not met for inpatient, observation, or continued stay review.
• Identifies, intervenes on taking a proactive approach to ensure right time discharges and documents avoidable and denied days and discharge delays.
• Identifies patients/families with psychosocial and/or non-medical discharge planning needs and refers to the Social Work team member as appropriate.
• Assesses the patient prior to discharge to determine if the plan is appropriate and makes necessary revisions.
• Identifies and refers cases appropriate for Ethics Committee consideration.
• Participates in Performance Improvement, Evidence Based Practice/Research process. Systematically evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice.
• Supports the integration of current evidence into nursing practices.
• Promotes an environment conducive to positive educational experience for all students and staff.
• Provides effective patient/family education (link to PFCC).
• Implements POC using an interdisciplinary approach that is Patient and Family Centered Care.
• Effectively collaborates and communicates with the multidisciplinary team at all levels.
• Communicates care appropriately through documentation in the medical record.
• Reports variances in care/systems/processes through the appropriate means.
• Perform other duties as needed.

• Baccalaureate Degree, ADN, or Diploma RN Degree.
• 3 years RN experience.
• Valid Arkansas Registered Nursing License.

• National Nursing Certification.
• BSN preferred;
  Certified Case Manager (CCM) or American Case Management (ACM) certification.

• Excellent communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong work ethics and accountability.

• Stand:
  Frequently.
• Sit:
  Frequently.
• Walk:
  Occasionally.
• Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead:
  Frequently.
• Lift and carry weight: 25 lbs.
• Push and pull weight: 25 lbs.
• Use hands to touch, handle or feel:
  Frequently.
• Talk:
  Continuously.
• Hear:
  Continuously.
• Taste or smell:
  Occasionally.
• Read, concentrate, think analytically:
  Continuously.

Commensurate with education and experience.

• Health:
  Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family.
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave.
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only).
• Retirement:
  Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS.
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000.
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities.
• Merchant Discounts.
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy.

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume.

Please contact ask recruitment for any recruiting related questions.

• Annual TB Screening.
• Criminal Background Check.
• Substance Abuse Testing.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.