Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title
Nurse Case Manager/UKHC

Requisition Number
RE54904

Working Title
Nurse Case Manager/UKHC

Department Name
H4019: Continuum of Care

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
11

Salary Range
$75,364-95,056/year

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

BSN

Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

Registered Nurse (RN)

Physical Requirements

This position requires intermittently sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time and performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); and occasionally standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; and lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves some exposure to loud noises, temperature extremes, hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, blood-borne/airborne pathogens, and combative/violent people.

Shift

This position works Saturday and Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., plus two additional 8-hour shifts during the wee

Job Summary

The RN Case Manager will facilitate appropriate care coordination to patients and their families in cases where specific problems related to clinical aspects influence effective utilization of inpatient or outpatient treatment (e.g. organize and facilitate access to tests, procedures, and results to prepare patient for discharge); will assist in the formation and/or implementation of the patients discharge plan, as related to clinical assessments; serve as a liaison with other departments and agencies to ensure continuity of transition of care; make recommendations based on evidence/practices that best aligns with the clinical needs of the patient (e.g. arranges home health, durable medical equipment, or infusion therapy, and complete referrals to appropriate agencies); serve as a resource by providing training and education about case management services; work in tandem with SW-Case Manager and refer high risk patients to them; and participate in departmental coverage.

There is an internal candidate being considered.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

The ideal candidate will possess clinical work experience and have a RN licensure; strong understanding of Swanson's nursing model; have direct patient care experience; have exceptional communication skills (written & verbal); enjoy working independently as well as closely with their co-workers in a supportive team environment; outstanding computer skills (to include Microsoft Office); above average customer service skills; and active listening skills. Additionally, candidate should be able to advocate for the patient and healthcare organization to create healthcare continuity and quality clinical outcomes.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

A minimum of three years of experience providing patient care as a BSN, RN.

Deadline to Apply
08/24/2026