Join us as a RN Director of Case Management in one of the one of the oldest towns in Western North Carolina, with a rich history dating back to 1787. Rutherfordton offers many opportunities for outdoor recreation, including hiking and dog-friendly hikes.

What will you be doing? The Director of Case Management is responsible for the oversight of Case Management unit, including but not limited to clinical resource management, discharge planning activities, patient advocacy, clinical social work and best practice in medical necessity determination and concurrent review. Accountable for the execution, adaptation and outcome of care management as prescribed in the initial Utilization Review Plan with regard to resources, appropriateness of care and adherence to a designated Geometric Length of Stay (GLOS) for each patient.

The Director guides Care Coordination activities according to the needs, requirements, and policies of RRHS, the affiliated medical groups and health plans, and any Federal and State agencies, and according to standard practices of the professions under the director's accountability. The Director will consult and collaborate with other managers, physicians, administration, and community based healthcare workers regarding care management issues identified through corporate or facility initiatives and current literature. This position will work closely with all departments at the medical center and the post-acute service providers to streamline the patient transition through the health care system and into the community post discharge. Assists with developing specific departmental goals, standards, and objectives which directly support the strategic plan and vision of the organization.

To earn a fast interview, please highlight if you have an Associate's Degree in Nursing. If you have a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or Master's Degree we will interview quickly! 

Please have a Current RN license to practice in NC or willingness to obtain. CCM Certification completion within 1st year of employment or transfer to the role.

Come for a Great Career opportunity, Stay for an amazing Arts scene, a family friendly community, and high quality of life, close to great larger cities.