Registered Nurse - Case Management

Registered Nurse Case Manager (RN) – Acute Care Contract in Bangor, Maine

We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse Case Manager for a 13-week acute care contract opportunity in Bangor, Maine. In this on-site hospital role, you will coordinate patient care, complete medical necessity and utilization reviews, optimize length of stay, and facilitate safe, timely transitions to post-acute care. This RN case management position offers a consistent weekday schedule, no weekends, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through comprehensive discharge planning and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Located in the scenic Penobscot River region, Bangor offers a welcoming community with convenient access to outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, and the natural beauty of Maine. Apply now to join a collaborative healthcare team in this rewarding Maine nursing opportunity.

RN Case Manager Job Details

• Position: Registered Nurse Case Manager – Acute Care Case Management
• Location: On-site hospital role in Bangor, Maine
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,317–$2,574
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Anticipated Start Date: November 9, 2026
• Schedule: Monday through Friday; no weekends
• Shifts per Week: 5
• Shift Duration: 8-hour days
• Typical Hours: Approximately 7:00 or 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 or 4:30 p.m.; final schedule determined by department needs
• Weekly Hours: 40
• Patient Caseload: Approximately 20–24 patients
• Dress Code: Business casual
• Travel: Not required

Registered Nurse Case Manager Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license
• At least 1 year of experience in acute hospital nursing and/or RN case management
• Case management experience with strong knowledge of care coordination and discharge planning
• Recent experience with Cerner EHR is required
• Ability to work in a patient-facing, on-site hospital environment
• Strong understanding of medical necessity, level-of-care validation, utilization review, and care progression
• Knowledge of CMS requirements, Conditions of Participation, and clinical documentation standards preferred
• Excellent communication, organization, critical-thinking, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills

RN Case Management Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive admission and ongoing case management assessments, including medical necessity and level-of-care reviews.
• Perform timely admission reviews and continued-stay determinations as part of utilization management.
• Drive length-of-stay optimization and access-day performance through proactive planning and daily follow-up.
• Lead discharge planning activities for a caseload of approximately 20–24 patients.
• Coordinate safe transitions to post-acute services and placement options while helping prevent avoidable delays and readmissions.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, social work, ancillary departments, patients, and families to address barriers to discharge.
• Administer and support required patient notices, including IMM and MOON processes, in accordance with applicable guidelines.
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation supporting medical necessity, care progression, utilization decisions, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor high-risk patient populations and identify opportunities for early intervention.
• Support audit readiness and maintain compliance with organizational policies, applicable standards, and CMS requirements.

Apply now for this Registered Nurse Case Manager contract opportunity in Bangor, Maine.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.