? Apply Now: RN Care Manager
Company: The Staff Pad
Location: Helena
Posted on: July 5, 2025
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Job Description:
The Staff Pad is proud to partner with St. Peter’s Health in
Helena, Montana, in the search for a dedicated RN Care Manager.
This vital position offers the opportunity to influence patient
care outcomes and support smooth transitions across the continuum
of care within a mission-driven organization. Position Overview: As
a CM/UR RN, you will collaborate with patients, families,
physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to guide patients through
their Emergency Room and acute care journeys. You’ll manage
utilization reviews, ensure the appropriate level of care, and
create safe and timely discharge plans. This role blends clinical
expertise, advocacy, and communication to ensure patients receive
the right care at the right time in the most cost-effective way.
Key Responsibilities: Access Management / ED Coordination: -
Partner with medical staff to determine correct admission status
and treatment plans - Meet with patients/families to assess
navigation and transition needs - Coordinate reviews and liaise
with E.H.R. physician consultants - Identify and help resolve
financial or transition barriers - Use high-risk screens to flag
complex cases and coordinate with social work Progression of Care:
- Support adherence to evidence-based clinical protocols - Coach
physicians in documentation best practices and compliance - Join
interdisciplinary rounds to advocate for effective treatment plans
- Initiate referrals and manage discharge services such as home
health, DME, or hospice Transition / Discharge Planning: - Identify
patients with complex psychosocial needs and coordinate social
services - Guide safe discharges or transfers to alternate levels
of care, including Swing Bed status - Communicate plans and
transitions clearly to the receiving CM team when applicable
Rotational Responsibilities Include: - Utilization Review: Conduct
daily insurance certifications and patient reviews - ED Case
Management: Assess admission necessity and support outpatient
referrals - Discharge Planning: Assist inpatient units with
discharge logistics and coordination Qualifications: - Experience:
Minimum 3–5 years of acute care experience required - Education:
Registered Nurse (RN) required; BSN or equivalent preferred -
Licensure: Current Montana RN license - Preferred Certifications:
Case Management and/or Utilization Review certification Skills &
Attributes: - Exceptional communication, negotiation, and time
management skills - Proficiency in Word, Excel, and familiarity
with Meditech preferred - Ability to work independently and
collaboratively across departments Location: St. Peter’s Health –
Helena, Montana Enjoy the balance of meaningful work in a
supportive healthcare system and the natural beauty of Montana’s
capital city. PandoLogic. Category:Healthcare, Keywords:Nurse
Manager, Location:Helena, MT-59604
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