Case Management Coordinator Position Available In Essex, New Jersey

Job Description
Overview
About the Role
The Case Management Coordinator plays a vital role in guiding patients through the healthcare system, ensuring their care is both clinically appropriate and aligned with their psychosocial needs. This position involves close collaboration with physicians and clinical staff to manage resource utilization effectively, keeping it within the scope of the patient’s insurance coverage. The coordinator actively identifies and addresses systemic or procedural barriers that may hinder the delivery of cost-effective, medically necessary care. Additionally, the role includes ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements related to care levels, utilization management, and discharge planning. The Case Management Coordinator also oversees transitions of care and discharge processes, all while upholding the mission and values of University Hospital. Responsibilities
What You’ll Do Coordinates patient progression through the healthcare system
Collaborates with physicians and clinical staff to ensure appropriate use of resources based on clinical and psychosocial needs
Ensures care remains within the scope of covered benefits
Identifies and implements creative solutions to address process and system barriers to effective, cost-efficient care
Ensures compliance with regulatory standards related to level of care, utilization review, and discharge planning
Manages transitions of care and discharge planning activities
Supports the mission and values of University Hospital through effective case management practices
Qualifications
What You’ll Bring
Must be a Registered Nurse licensed to practice in the State of New Jersey
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or a healthcare-related field required
Master’s degree in Nursing or a healthcare-related field preferred
Minimum of four (4) years of clinical experience in an acute care hospital setting required
Case management certification (CCM, ACMA, or RN-BC) preferred
Recent experience required in one or more of the following areas:
Case management
Home health
Utilization review
Unit clinical specialty
Basic computer proficiency required
Strong ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams
Demonstrates resourcefulness and strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills
Additional relevant experience may substitute for the Bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis
What We Offer
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage
Dental & Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Pension Plan
Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Professional Development
Compensation
The expected salary range for this position is UL/05

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$99,904.00- $139,889.72 per year, in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Law; final compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
About Us
University Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation.
Apply Today
We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you want to grow your career in healthcare while serving a vibrant community, we’d love to meet you. About University Hospital
We Don’t Just Practice Medicine. We Lead It!
One of New Jersey’s most outstanding hospitals, we are dedicated to patient care, research, and educating the physicians of tomorrow.
Located in Newark, the University Hospital is an independent medical center with 519 licensed beds, an active medical staff of more than 525 and more than 3,600+ employees.