RN Case Manager Lead

Company: Research Medical Center
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: January 12, 2026

Job Description:

Description Introduction Are you looking for a place to deliver excellent care patients deserve? At Research Medical Center we support our colleagues in their positions. Join our Team as a(an) RN Case Manager Lead and access programs to assist with every stage of your career. Benefits Research Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation. Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service) Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance. Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships) Colleague recognition program Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence) Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income. Learn more about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Are you a continuous learner? With more than 94,000 nurses throughout HCA Healthcare, we are one of the largest employers of nurses in the United States. Education is key to excellence! As a majority owner of Galen College of Nursing, which joins Research College of Nursing and Mercy School of Nursing as educational facilities within the HCA Healthcare family, we make it easier and more affordable to gain certifications and job skills. Apply today for our RN Case Manager Lead opening and continue to learn! Job Summary and Qualifications Responsible for progressing care of patients and ensuring progression of care by reviewing the case promptly and applying IP IQ criteria. Adheres to HCA standards regarding observation management. In addition, the RN SM Lead will be responsible for adhering to the 2 Midnight Process. Works closely with the physician by monitoring the case and will notify the physician of findings, so appropriate and timely decisions can be made to admit or discharge the patient. Identify barriers that prevent progression of care, and either remove the barrier or escalate the barrier to the facility Director of Case Management. Work closely with the case management discharge planners by communicating the progression of care and any barriers to discharge. Coordinates activities that promote quality outcomes and patent throughput while supporting a balance of optimal care and appropriate resource utilization. Responsible for ensuring other RN CM in department are using IQ criteria appropriately. Conduct reviews with the UR physician to adhere to the self-denial process. What qualifications you will need: (RN) Registered Nurse Registered Nurse Diploma, or Associate Degree, or Bachelors Degree 2 years experience in case management OR 3 years experience in clinical nursing Research Medical Center is a 585 bed hospital. Our hospital offers an array of medical and health clinic services. This includes women's services offering obstetrics and fertility, an emergency room, and a trauma center. We offer a Stroke Center, a walk-in clinic, and orthopedics across three Kansas City locations. Our specialty care areas include a Chest Pain Center, Level I Trauma Center, Breast Care Center, Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Programs, and Primary Stroke Center. We are one of 10 HCA Midwest Health hospitals in Kansas City and surrounding areas Research Psychiatric Center is a 95 bed facility. We offer acute inpatient, day treatment, and community-based outpatient behavioral healthcare. We treat adolescents, adults, and senior adults for emotional disorders, mental illness, and substance abuse. Our professional staff includes psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and licensed professional counselors. We are committed to delivering our patients skilled compassionate care regardless of age or circumstance. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If growth and continued learning is important to you, we encourage you to apply for our RN Case Manager Lead opening. Our team will promptly review your application. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities apply today! We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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