Care Manager

Scripps

. Coordinate safe, efficient patient transfers across the Scripps Health system .

Posted 10/16/2026part-timeSan Diego • California • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $60 - $87 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patient assessment, care coordination, and case management within acute healthcare settings. Proficient in utilizing clinical judgment and critical thinking to develop effective transition plans and ensure optimal patient flow.

Highest-signal resume keywords

California RN License2+ Years Clinical ExperienceInpatient Acute Hospital Case Management ExperienceUtilization Management KnowledgeCase Management Certification

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Hard Skills

Patient AssessmentCare CoordinationCritical ThinkingDecision-MakingMedical Record AnalysisHealth Plan Document InterpretationTransition PlanningPatient Flow ManagementDocumentation SkillsMultitasking

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCollaboration Across DisciplinesPrioritizationPlanning

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeEPIC

Certifications & Qualifications

Case Management CertificationBachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Industry Keywords

Utilization ManagementMedicareCommercial Health PlansManaged CareAcute Care

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate safe, efficient patient transfers across the Scripps Health system
Assess patient needs using strong clinical judgment
Collaborate with physicians and care teams
Ensure placement at the appropriate facility and level of care
Support patient flow and timely access to services
Serve as a communication link between referring providers, internal departments, and receiving units
Screen assigned caseloads to identify medically vulnerable patients and alternate care or contracted program options
Coordinate with the healthcare team and patient/family to address issues affecting care
Develop transition plans of care based on patient needs
Work varied 12-hour shifts, primarily 7pm–7am or 3pm–3am
Work one weekend day every other week and rotate holidays

Requirements

What you’ll need

Current California RN License
RN
2+ years clinical experience
1–2 years inpatient acute hospital case management experience OR experience in either acute or non-acute case management
Excellent verbal and written communication and documentation skills
Ability to work effectively across disciplines
Ability to independently utilize critical thinking, nursing judgment, and decision-making skills
Ability to prioritize, plan, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret medical records and health plan documents
Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, and Excel
Knowledge of utilization management, including prior authorization and concurrent review
Knowledge of Medicare and commercial health plans
Strong computer skills and ability to adapt to multiple programs
Must be local to San Diego
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) highly desired
Case management certification highly preferred
EPIC experience preferred
Prior ICU/Critical Care, PCU, or ER experience preferred
3+ years managed care and/or case management experience preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Part-time position with benefits
Professional development programs
Transitional and professional development programs
Equal opportunity employment