Care Manager - RN or LSW Job Listing at CRMC in Crosby, MN (Job ID 132693)

Description

Empower lives through dedicated health management and patient advocacy.

At Cuyuna Regional Medical Center (CRMC), we're more than just a healthcare organization - we're a community dedicated to making a meaningful impact. For more than 60 years, we've been providing compassionate, high-quality care in the Greater Brainerd Lakes Area and beyond. Our team is driven by a shared commitment to excellence, innovation, and putting people first - both our patients and our employees. Whether you're on the front lines of patient care or supporting operations behind the scenes, you'll find a culture of collaboration, growth, and respect. If you're looking for a career where your work truly matters, we invite you to join us at CRMC and be part of something bigger.

The Care Manager-RN role is integral in enhancing patient outcomes by managing complex health issues through thorough assessments, developing detailed discharge plans, and facilitating treatment across various settings. This position requires close partnership with doctors, nurses, patients, and families to optimize health service delivery and ensuring all medical, psychological, and social needs are met efficiently. The Care Manager is responsible for Utilization Review, ensuring that medical treatments provided are necessary and within the best cost parameters while adhering to quality standards. Collaboration with billing offices and insurance providers is essential to address coverage issues and secure patient benefits. Typical responsibilities include ongoing patient monitoring, advocating during care transitions, and contributing to team-led patient support initiatives.

In Hospital Care Management at CRMC, we ensure that patients receive the right care, at the right time, in the right setting—even after they leave our hospital. From coordinating discharge plans and arranging follow-up care to addressing social determinants of health, our team ensures a smooth transition from hospital to home, rehab, or other care facilities. We are patient advocates, problem solvers, and resource navigators, ensuring that no patient falls through the cracks. At CRMC, our Commitment to Patients, Commitment to Coworkers, Commitment to Communication, and Commitment to Compassion set us apart—we don't just discharge patients, we set them up for success.

• Strong patient advocacy skills
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks
• Effective public speaking
• Comfort with evening/weekend travel
• Team collaboration and communication
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations

• Graduate of an accredited program of Social Work or a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from a nationally or regionally accredited college or university
• RN to have Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire
• RN License to practice in the State of Minnesota or Social Workers license in the State of Minnesota

• MSW
• Previous Care Management and Utilization Review experience
• Three years clinical experience in the acute care setting
• Three years of experience as a social worker in the acute care setting
• If an RN, Bachelor of Science/Art in Nursing

The pay range listed above is the estimated starting pay range for this role. Actual pay rate offered depends on many factors including each individual employee's experience level, preferred education/certifications, along with market conditions.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and overall well-being of our employees. Eligible employees receive medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance, health savings accounts, life insurance, and employer contributions to a 401(k) retirement plan. Additional benefits include paid time off, participation in 401(k) and 457(b) plans, educational assistance and reimbursement, an employee assistance program, work-life balance support, gym membership and other discounts, and employee recognition programs.

A full job description is provided when an interview is scheduled. If needed, you may request a copy earlier by emailing us at careers@cuyunamed.org.

CRMC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (M/F/Disability/Veteran). If you need an accommodation during the application process, please call 218-546-4415 or email careers@cuyunamed.org for assistance.