Case Manager RN

Job Title: Case Manager RN

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: Case Management

Req #: 0000272264

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $104,900.00 - $136,400.00 per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Case Manager (RN) – RWJBarnabas Health

At RWJBarnabas Health, Registered Nurses become part of a purpose driven environment where teamwork, belonging, and clinical excellence shape meaningful patient experiences. This RN role offers growth, supportive teamwork, and a culture committed to safety and continuous improvement. As a Registered Nurse, you will help advance patient care and strengthen the experience of individuals and families across our organization. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every RN is encouraged to grow, innovate, and lead with purpose.

As a Case Manager (RN), a typical day may include:

• The RN Case Manager provides direct case management services to patients and their families utilizing an interdisciplinary team approach.
• This role requires a working knowledge of case management responsibilities and topics including, but not limited to: assessment and documentation, discharge planning, transitions of care, interdisciplinary rounds, regulatory compliance, utilization management, revenue cycle, healthcare financing, inpatient capacity, patient flow, and healthcare related social needs (social determinants of health).
• This role requires collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, including physicians, clinical nurses, and others as needed.
• The RN Case Manager will actively participate in initiatives that improve key performance indicators (such as length of stay, throughput) that align with RWJBH System Goals and ensure continuity of care.
• The RN Case Manager applies advanced nursing assessment, critical thinking, and care coordination skills to identify and implement acute- and post-acute interventions that optimize patient outcomes, improve access, ensure quality, and steward healthcare resources.

This role might be for you if

• Clear, compassionate communication defines how you interact with patients, families, and colleagues
• Strong clinical judgment guides your decisions, even as priorities shift
• Thriving in a fast paced environment energizes you, especially where teamwork drives outcomes
• A commitment to evidence-based practice shapes your daily work
• Empathy and professionalism are central to your approach
• Continuous learning and professional growth matter to you
• A collaborative team culture is something you actively help strengthen
• Conduct comprehensive assessments in the electronic health record
• Develop and implement individualized clinical interventions to support safe discharge, reduce readmissions, and coordinate care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds (IDR), presenting cases and communicating discharge planning updates.
• Utilize health risk assessments and Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) screenings to identify at-risk patients and coordinate appropriate referrals
• Complete timely referrals for post-acute care services
• Ensure compliance with CMS Conditions of Participation, HIPAA, and organizational policies
• Collaborate with the Utilization Review team to support insurance authorization and clinical documentation needs,
• Demonstrate working knowledge of utilization management, level of care criteria, and payment models
• Proactively managing patient flow by identifying discharge barriers and escalating complex issues to appropriate leaders

To be considered for this RN opportunity, you must hold an active New Jersey Registered Nurse license in good standing and a current American Heart Association BLS. EARC certification is required within 6 months of hire and will be arranged by RWJBH. A bachelor’s degree in nursing is required. 3–5 years nursing experience which may include inpatient nursing, case management, utilization review, discharge planning, or community health nursing. 1 or more years utilization review / discharge planning experience preferred. Comfortable with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC. Monday – Friday Full-Time. Must be able to work every other weekend.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon….and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact on local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey - whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer