Director of Care Management

Company: CARLSBAD MEDICAL CENTER
Location: Carlsbad
Posted on: April 24, 2025

Job Description:

*Job Overview*Carlsbad Medical Center is seeking an experienced Director of Care Management to oversee the Care Management and Social Work Department. This role ensures high-quality care coordination while meeting organizational standards, balancing clinical and financial concerns, and prioritizing patient-centered outcomes.*Key Responsibilities ** Team Leadership: Oversee and guide a team of care managers, ensuring efficient patient care coordination.* Program Development: Develop and implement care management programs, including utilization review, discharge planning, and managed care contracting.* Data Evaluation: Assess patient care data to confirm adherence to clinical guidelines and organizational standards.* Patient Advocacy: Seek treatment plans that align clinical goals with financial considerations, family needs, and patient quality of life.* Strategic Goals: Collaborate on organizational and departmental goals, focusing on service quality, employee engagement, and financial performance.*Education:** Required: ADN or BSN* Preferred: Master's degree (MHA, MBA, or related field)*Experience:** Required: 10 years of clinical RN experience, including 3 years in case management.* Preferred: 2 years of leadership experience in care management.*Licenses/Certifications:** Required: Current RN license in New Mexico (or compact state eligibility).* Preferred: Certified Case Manager (CCM) certification.*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)*About Carlsbad Medical Center*Carlsbad Medical Center is a 99-bed community healthcare provider, offering inpatient, outpatient, diagnostic, medical, surgical, and emergency services. The hospital is committed to fostering a supportive work environment and delivering exceptional patient care through the power of collaboration and innovation.*Why Carlsbad, NM?*Carlsbad is a scenic community offering a high quality of life and access to the breathtaking Carlsbad Caverns. With outdoor recreation opportunities, a family-friendly atmosphere, and a warm, welcoming community, Carlsbad is an ideal location for work-life balance.*Apply now* to join Carlsbad Medical Center and lead a team dedicated to improving patient outcomes and driving organizational excellence!Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:* 401(k)* Dental insurance* Flexible spending account* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Relocation assistance* Retirement plan* Tuition reimbursement* Vision insuranceApplication Question(s):* Education: Do you have an ADN or BSN?* Experience: Do you have 10 years of clinical RN experience, including 3 years in case management?Ability to Commute:* Carlsbad, NM 88220 (Required)Ability to Relocate:* Carlsbad, NM 88220: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In person

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