Director of Care Transitions

Samaritan Healthcare • Moses Lake, WA

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About The Position

At Samaritan Healthcare we are dedicated to providing healthcare services to the community that we serve. Samaritan Healthcare is seeking a Director of Care Transitions for our growing community! The Director of Care Transitions is accountable for the daily operational management of departmental functions related to Utilization Management and Transitions of Care. This leadership role provides direct oversight of RN Care Managers, Agency-Affiliated Counselors/Social Workers, Case Management Assistants, and Utilization Review RNs. The position is integral to ensuring the efficient utilization of clinical resources and supporting activities aligned with Conditions of Participation. Additionally, the Director of Care Transitions offers guidance and direction to House Supervisors regarding patient status determinations. This is a full-time salary exempt position.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing preferred or a Master’s prepared social worker. Bachelor’s Degree required.
• If RN, current Washington State RN Licensure required within timeline required by the WA department of health.
• Three (3) to five (5) years acute care clinical experience.
• If a registered nurse, experience in a variety of acute care nursing departments, preferred.
• One (1) year Utilization Management/Case Management experience, preferred.

Nice To Haves

• CCM or ACM Certification in Case Management strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Daily operational management of departmental functions related to Utilization Management and Transitions of Care.
• Direct oversight of RN Care Managers, Agency-Affiliated Counselors/Social Workers, Case Management Assistants, and Utilization Review RNs.
• Ensuring the efficient utilization of clinical resources and supporting activities aligned with Conditions of Participation.
• Offering guidance and direction to House Supervisors regarding patient status determinations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees