Care Manager (Registered Nurse/RN)

Company: Cottesmore of Life Care
Location: Gig Harbor
Posted on: April 4, 2026

Job Description:

Job Type: Full-time Wage Range: $46-53 DOE Schedules Available: Days On-Call Requirements: Managerial Rotation Benefits (Full-Time) · Vacation time, 6 paid holidays, 1 personal day, and paid sick leave beginning on day one · Medical, dental, vision, and Health Savings Account (HSA) options · 401(k) retirement plan with company match · Life insurance; short-term and long-term disability · Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) and state license reimbursement · (Subject to company policy and approval). · Student Loan Repayment Program (subject to company policy and approval). · Toll Reimbursement · Opportunities for career advancement and upward mobility into leadership roles Setting & Population Served Life Care Centers of America operates Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) that provide: · Long-term care for residents needing ongoing skilled support and compassionate daily assistance · Short-term, sub-acute rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury · Collaborative, interdisciplinary care , including nursing, therapy, and medical teams working together · A diverse patient population , including individuals with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs · (Patient mix may vary slightly by facility.) Position Summary The RN Care Manager is responsible for the coordination of the patient’s care and services. Promotes quality care using a collaborative process that coordinates, monitors, and evaluates services according to the needs of patients. Works together with the patient and family, care team, payers, and external entities to promote a safe transition from the facility to the next provider or care setting care team, payers, and external entities to promote a safe transition from the facility to the next provider or care setting in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements Nursing diploma (associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing) Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment. One (1) year of clinical experience in post acute care setting preferred Prior case management, utilization review, and discharge planning experience preferred Certified Case Manager (CCM) or Board Certification in Nursing Case Management (RN BC) preferred Specific Job Requirements Generate written communication that is clear, concise, and well organized Excellent organizational skills and be efficient in prioritizing and managing time and assignments Contribute to the organization’s goals and objectives and support the organizational strategic plans Expert knowledge in field of practice Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc. Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training Essential Functions Demonstrate efficient use of relevant computer systems including but not limited to the ability to enter and retrieve data Serve as liaison to external case managers, family, physicians, and community resources Train and education patients, families, associates, and other providers of care Implement the standards of practice for care management, ethical performance, and functions relevant to coordination of care Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients Assist in the evacuation of patients Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours Read, write, speak, and understand the English language An Equal Opportunity Employer

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