Registered Nurse (RN) Inpatient Case Manager
About The Position
Your clinical expertise has the power to shape more than individual moments of care. In this role, you influence the full trajectory of a patient’s experience, ensuring safe transitions, coordinated care, and optimal outcomes at every stage of hospitalization. As an RN Inpatient Case Manager at UVA Health, you will combine your bedside knowledge with care coordination expertise to guide patients through complex healthcare journeys. This role offers a highly collaborative environment where your clinical judgment directly impacts discharge planning, patient flow, and the overall quality of care. The Role: As an Inpatient RN Case Manager, you serve as a key connector across the care team, ensuring that each patient’s clinical needs align with a safe and effective discharge plan. Your work requires strong clinical insight, communication, and the ability to navigate complex systems and priorities. In this role, you will: Complete initial assessments on all newly admitted patients, identifying clinical needs and potential discharge barriers Participate actively in interdisciplinary rounds, contributing to real-time care planning and decision-making Coordinate post-acute care referrals, including rehabilitation, home health, and community-based services Collaborate closely with physicians, nursing teams, and ancillary staff to align treatment plans with discharge strategies Document care coordination efforts accurately within EPIC to support continuity and compliance This is a dynamic, fast-paced role where you will manage multiple patients across varying levels of acuity. Your ability to anticipate needs, prioritize effectively, and communicate across disciplines is critical to success.
Requirements
- Graduate of accredited nursing program.
- Bachelor's of Science in Nursing degree required within 5 years of hire or transfer into Case Management role.
- 2 years of relevant experience required
- Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia required.
Nice To Haves
- ACM-RN certification support
- Preceptor and mentorship roles
- Conference participation and development as a subject matter expert
- A welcoming environment for experienced bedside nurses transitioning into case management, with training provided
Responsibilities
- Complete initial assessments on all newly admitted patients, identifying clinical needs and potential discharge barriers
- Participate actively in interdisciplinary rounds, contributing to real-time care planning and decision-making
- Coordinate post-acute care referrals, including rehabilitation, home health, and community-based services
- Collaborate closely with physicians, nursing teams, and ancillary staff to align treatment plans with discharge strategies
- Document care coordination efforts accurately within EPIC to support continuity and compliance
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Long-term and Short-term Disability
- Retirement Savings
- Health Saving Plans
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Certification and education support
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
