Job Description

Job Description

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Case Management for a travel nursing job in Bakersfield, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Case Management
• Discipline: RN
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Care Coordinator RN (Case Management / Discharge Planning)

Location: Bakersfield, CA 
Start Date: 12/08/2025
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Days , 8-hour shifts
Guaranteed Hours: 40 hrs/week
Care Setting: Acute – Inpatient
Unit: Care Coordinator (Case Management – Utilization Review)
Charting System: Cerner

 

Requirements

• License: Active RN license (OK to submit)
• Experience:
  • 3 years RN experience in an acute hospital setting
  • Must have prior Care Coordination experience in a CommonSpirit / Dignity / CHI hospital (non-negotiable)
• BLS required
• BSN not required
• Scrubs: Business casual with lab coat
• Call: None

Role Overview

Focus: Discharge Planning (not UR)
Setting: Inpatient
Typical patient populations & duties:

• Work with all payer types , including uninsured + homeless populations
• Perform initial assessments , develop discharge plans , coordinate:
  • Nursing homes/SNFs
  • Home health
  • DME
  • Prior authorizations
• Daily caseload: 15–28 patients on average
• Requires high attention to detail, strong communication, and excellent customer service

Soft Skills the Facility Requires

• Excellent customer service
• Strong interpersonal & written communication
• Ability to multi-task and work independently
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities

Job ID #1007382

About First Connect Health

At First Connect Health , we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency , headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

• ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
• ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
• ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
• ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Sick pay
• 401k retirement plan
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Long term contract, Temporary work, Casual work, Local area, Shift work, Day shift,

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