Case Management Nurse

Ascension•Nashville, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Case Management Nurse is responsible for the patient's journey, ensuring their medical, social, and spiritual needs are met from admission until they safely transition home or to another facility. This role involves identifying and removing barriers to care, such as lack of insurance, transportation, or home support, to prevent readmissions. The nurse also serves as a liaison between the clinical team and payers, ensuring accurate documentation for reimbursement. This position emphasizes mission-driven service, treating discharge planning as a ministry of hope and dignity for vulnerable populations.

Requirements

Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Nice To Haves

Certified Case Manager credentialed from the Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC) preferred.
ACM also accepted.

Responsibilities

Architect of the patient’s journey, ensuring medical, social, and spiritual needs are met from admission to transition.
Identify barriers to care (e.g., lack of insurance, transportation, home support) and find creative solutions to remove them to prevent readmissions.
Serve as a bridge between the clinical team and payers, ensuring medical records accurately reflect the level of care required for reimbursement.
Provide mission-driven service, treating discharge planning as a ministry of hope and dignity for vulnerable populations.