Key Responsibilities:

• Department Oversight & Leadership : Manage the daily operations of the Care Management/Utilization Review Department, including supervising care managers, social workers, and utilization management staff to ensure high standards of patient care and service delivery.

• Care Support & Guidance : Provide direct support and mentorship to care managers, ensuring timely and accurate patient assessments, concurrent reviews, and resolution of complex care issues to optimize patient outcomes.

• Operational Excellence : Ensure compliance with clinical guidelines, regulatory standards, and hospital policies in the delivery of care management services, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the department.

• Collaboration & Communication : Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, nurses, and social services, to ensure coordinated and patient-centered care across the continuum of care.

• Leadership in Absence of Director : Assume full leadership of the department during the Director's absence, ensuring smooth operations and continuity in the delivery of care services.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Required: Graduate of an accredited or approved school of nursing, RN .

Experience:

• Required: A minimum of two years of experience in acute care hospital Care Management and/or Utilization Management.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Required: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of New Mexico, or a compact RN license.

Additional Skills & Attributes:

• Strong leadership and team management abilities.

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Deep understanding of case management processes, utilization review, and patient care coordination.

Benefits:

• Sign-On Bonus and Relocation Assistance available.

• Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 401(k)

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Medical, dental, and flexible spending accounts

• Life and disability insurance

• Tuition reimbursement

• Student loan repayment program (up to $20,000)

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To apply send resume to: cathy_casey@chs.net

Equal Employment Opportunity

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