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Registered Nurse Case Manager, Inpatient

Trinity Health · Berwyn, IL · $35.89–$62.91 an hour · Full time

Posted Aug 25, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

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About your past

Tell me about a time you prevented a delay in discharge.

What they are checking: Whether they find and remove barriers on their own.

How do you support bedside nurses in planning safe discharges?

What they are checking: Whether they work with nursing as partners, which the posting mentions.

How do you manage a large caseload so no patient falls through the cracks?

What they are checking: Whether they stay organized and track every patient.

What would you do

A patient is medically ready to leave but has no safe place to go. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can find resources and work with social work and the family.

A family disagrees with the discharge plan. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can negotiate respectfully while keeping the patient's goals central.

How do you balance cost-effective care with what's best for the patient?

What they are checking: Whether they can advocate for the patient while managing resources responsibly.

About the work

Walk me through how you assess a complex patient's discharge needs on admission.

What they are checking: Whether they start planning early and look at the full picture of the patient's needs.

How do you lead multidisciplinary rounds so they actually solve problems?

What they are checking: Whether they can keep rounds focused on barriers and next steps.

How do you work with payers on authorizations and level of care?

What they are checking: Whether they understand utilization review and how to advocate with insurers.

How do you educate a patient and family about post-discharge options?

What they are checking: Whether they explain options clearly so families can make informed choices.

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The full job description

As published by Trinity Health.

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: Full -Time Inpatient RN Case Manager - weekday shifts with minimal weekend and holiday requirements . CARE COORDINATION : The Inpatient RN Care Manager works with the multidisciplinary team including physicians, staff, and payers to ensure patient's progress along the continuum of care in an efficient and cost effective manner that ensures quality outcomes. The RN Care Manager acts as a patient advocate and communication link with other departments and community resources. Facilitates multidisciplinary rounds and supports nursing staff in development of individualized, evidence-based, outcomes oriented, and safe practice Responsible for patient assessment of complex clinical discharge needs and establishment of an appropriate plan of care with multidisciplinary team. Demonstrates critical thinking skills and oversees the care coordination of defined population. Ensures that patient goals are set with patient/family, negotiates healthcare resources and educates patient/family regarding available options of care throughout the continuum. Demonstrates clinical competence to care for a specific patient population. Conducts daily multidisciplinary rounds demonstrating ability to identify and address care coordination barriers. Facilitate patient education for safe and effective discharge. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT : Demonstrates leadership behaviors that enhance and support team functions. Mentors and coaches staff. Maintains competencies and participates in continuing education for self and development of colleagues and students. Participates in delivering professional programs/ courses/in-services, internal and/or external, and community events. Seeks opportunities to promote staff education, certification, clinical ladder, and award programs. Maintains national certification, as applicable, and membership in professional organization(s). Creates opportunities to advocate for the role of the professional nurse as a key member of the interdisciplinary team. POSITION REQUIREMENTS : Minimum Education: Required: Bachelor's Degree Preferred Education: Master's Degree Minimum Experience: Required: 3-5 years of previous job-related hospital experience. Preferred Experience: 6-10 years of previous job-related hospital and Inpatient Care Management experience Preferred Certification: ACMA, CMGT-BC, CCM Recent Case Management experience is preferred. DETAILS : Recent clinical experience in medicine, surgery, critical care, telemetry, or ED is required. Compensation: Salary Range: $35.89 - $62.91 per hour Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles. Trinity Health Benefits Summary Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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