RN Case Manager / Discharge Planner

RN Case Manager – Full-Time | Landmark Hospital of Joplin, Missouri

Are you an RN who loves connecting patients with the right resources at the right time? Landmark Hospital of Joplin is hiring a full-time RN Case Manager / Discharge Planner to join a close-knit, mission-driven team caring for medically complex patients in our LTACH/ARU setting.

What You'll Do

• Guide patients through an interdisciplinary care plan — from admission through discharge and safe return to the community
• Conduct initial and concurrent chart reviews for utilization management
• Complete biopsychosocial assessments and monitor patient response to treatment
• Partner with physicians to flag opportunities that reduce delays in extended stays
• Lead discharge planning, connecting patients to community resources and referral agencies
• Build strong relationships with external agencies and payor sources to ensure smooth transitions
• Collaborate with physicians to ensure accurate documentation of principal and secondary diagnoses

What You Bring

• Active RN license in Missouri
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN preferred)
• 1–3 years of experience as a Case Manager and/or RN/Discharge Planner
• Current BLS Certification
• In-depth knowledge of system community resources and referral agencies
• Creativity and problem-solving skills
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills

Nice to Have

• LTAC or Acute Care Hospital experience
• Solid computer/EMR skills

Why Landmark Hospital?
Join a team where your case management expertise directly shapes patient outcomes — and where "exceptional care" isn't just a mission statement, it's how we work every day.  We offer competitive compensation and benefits, interesting cases, and the opportunity to truly help our community. 

 The mission of Landmark Hospitals is to provide exceptional care for medically complex patients. If you enjoy working in a vibrant critical care atmosphere with coworkers who are committed to providing compassionate care to the patients, come grow with us!

https://www.landmarkhospitals.com/

We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and background verification checks.