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Case Management Director (RN) – Ottumwa, IA | Registered Nurse Leadership | Full-Time
Are you an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) leaderwith a passion for improving patient care and guiding high-performing teams? We are seeking a Case Management Director (RN) to join our healthcare leadership team in Ottumwa, Iowa. In this pivotal role, you will oversee and advance our case management, utilization review, and discharge planning programs, ensuring top-quality care, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency across the organization.
This is an exceptional opportunity for an RN with strong leadership skills to drive patient outcomes, mentor staff, and optimize hospital performance in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, supervise, and mentor the case management team, including case managers, social workers, and utilization review staff
- Oversee utilization review processes to ensure appropriate, cost-effective patient care
- Direct discharge planning programs to streamline patient transitions and reduce hospital readmissions
- Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care
- Maintain compliance with state and federal healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and quality metrics
- Analyze patient care trends, outcomes, and operational data to drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Develop policies and procedures to enhance efficiency, patient satisfaction, and clinical quality
Qualifications / Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing (RN) program
- Active RN license in Iowa or eligible through compact/multistate licensure
- Minimum 2 years of experience in case management, utilization review, discharge planning, or related healthcare leadership roles
- Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills
- Knowledge of healthcare regulations, quality metrics, and patient care best practices
- Experience in hospital, acute care, or rehab settings preferred
Why Join Us?
- Leadership role with opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Directly impact patient outcomes, operational performance, and care quality
- Be part of a supportive, collaborative healthcare team in a thriving community
Take your RN leadership career to the next level. Apply today to become our next Case Management Director (RN) and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and staff in Ottumwa, IA!