Case Management Utilization Registered Nurse (RN)

Job overview

The Case Management Utilization Registered Nurse (RN) works collaboratively with an MD to coordinate and screen for the appropriateness of admissions and continued stays at the San Diego Medical Center in San Diego, CA. This onsite contract role supports the utilization management team in ensuring cost-effective, high-quality care. The role exists to function as an indirect caregiver and patient advocate, managing patients in the most cost-effective way without compromising quality. The RN coordinates discharge plans, assesses high-risk patients, and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements.

What you'll do

• Coordinates and screens for admission appropriateness
• recommends alternative levels of care
• assesses high-risk patients
• develops and coordinates discharge plans
• conducts daily clinical reviews
• acts as a liaison between facilities
• refers patients to community resources
• educates healthcare team members
• monitors utilization patterns.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

registered nurse

rn

case management

utilization review

san diego ca

contract

day shift

hospital

patient advocacy

kaiser permanente

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires weekends and holidays per contract; inpatient case manager role.

About the employer

Kaiser Permanente is hiring for this role. Industry: General Medical and Surgical Hospitals. Sector: 62.