Master's Degree in Nursing or related field required.
Minimum of 5 years teaching experience with effective communication skills.
Proven track record in Case Management.
Strong presentation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Experience in developing educational programs and assessing learning needs.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and healthcare technology.
Ability to interpret complex clinical and regulatory information.
Responsibilities
Design, deliver, and evaluate engaging educational programs using evidence-based strategies.
Assess learning needs and develop resources to enhance staff competency.
Create education supporting care coordination and regulatory compliance.
Educate teams on Medicare regulations and denial prevention strategies.
Translate regulatory updates and performance trends into actionable education.
Collaborate with leadership and interdisciplinary teams for quality improvement initiatives.
Identify opportunities for improvement and foster a culture of continuous learning.
Benefits
Comprehensive health benefits package.
Professional development opportunities.
Supportive work environment promoting continuous learning.
Access to cutting-edge healthcare technology.
Engagement with interdisciplinary teams for collaborative practice.
Full Job Description
Job Description
Professional Development Specialist - Care Management
Cedars-Sinai | Integrated Care Management (ICM) & Integrated Service Planning (ISP)
In this role, you will transform complex clinical, regulatory, and operational information into meaningful learning experiences that strengthen staff competency, promote consistent practices, and support high-quality patient care. Partnering with leaders, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams, you will help translate evolving standards and best practices into education that makes a difference.
Responsibilities
What You'll Do
Develop and inspire: Design, deliver, and evaluate engaging orientation, onboarding, continuing education, and professional development programs using evidence-based teaching strategies and adult learning principles.
Strengthen competency and practice: Assess learning needs, facilitate competency validation, and develop practical educational resources that build staff confidence and support consistent care management practices.
Advance integrated care management: Develop education that supports care coordination, discharge planning, complex care management, documentation, and regulatory compliance.
Support utilization management excellence: Educate teams on Medicare regulations, payer requirements, medical necessity, admission status, level-of-care determinations, authorization requirements, and denial prevention.
Turn knowledge into action: Translate regulatory updates, quality data, performance trends, and operational priorities into targeted education that supports improved workflows and departmental outcomes.
Collaborate for continuous improvement: Partner with leadership, physician advisors, and interdisciplinary stakeholders to promote standardized practices, support quality improvement initiatives, and strengthen readiness for regulatory and accreditation reviews.
Champion a culture of learning: Identify opportunities for improvement, support organizational change, and create learning experiences that encourage professional growth, knowledge retention, and excellence in practice.
Qualifications
Education
Master's Degree Nursing or related field. - minimum
Experience
5 years Experience teaching while communicating effectively in English (written and verbal communication) with persons of various cultural and educational backgrounds. Experienced in data management. Excellent organizational skills; effectively coordinate all aspects of education course design and implementation. - minimum
Proven track history of solid Case Management experience
Strong presentation, written communication, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to interpret complex clinical, regulatory, and operational requirements and translate them into practical learning strategies.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and healthcare technology.
At least five years of experience in teaching, education, or related work, including effective communication with people from diverse cultural and educational backgrounds.
Licenses and Certifications
RN State License - Upon Hire minimum California Registered Nurse License
Basic Life Support (BLS) - Upon Hire minimum BCLS Certification
Certified Case Manager RN
About Cedars-Sinai
Cedars-Sinai is a non-profit academic medical center located in Los Angeles, California. It is one of the largest hospitals in the United States, with over 1,000 beds and 2,000 physicians. Cedars-Sinai is known for its high-quality patient care, cutting-edge research, and innovative medical education programs. The hospital has been ranked as one of the best in the country by U.S. News & World Report, and has received numerous awards and accolades for its clinical excellence and research achievements. Cedars-Sinai is affiliated with the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and is a member of the Cedars-Sinai Health System.
