Care Manager
Lexington Medical Center - West Columbia, SC
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*Care Manager**Full-Time | Day Shifts Available* *Sign-On Bonus: $20,000**Available Positions:** *Care Manager - Oncology* | 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM (*OCN Certification Required*)* *Care Manager - 7th South Medical* | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM (*Med/Surg Certification Required*)* *Care Manager - Mother/Baby* | 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM*About the Role:*Care Managers at Lexington Medical Center play a vital role in *coordinating holistic patient care*, providing *leadership, mentorship, and advocacy* while working within specialized medical units.As a Care Manager, you will collaborate with *multidisciplinary teams* to ensure *evidence-based, high-quality care* in a *fast-paced, patient-focused environment*.*Minimum Qualifications:**Education:* BSN required (ADN or Diploma nurses enrolled in RN-to-BSN/MSN programs may be considered)*Experience:* Minimum *2 years* of relevant nursing experience within the past 5 years*Certifications/Licensure:** *Current RN license in South Carolina** *National nursing certification in specialty (required within six months of hire)** *OCN Certification required for Oncology Care Manager** *Med/Surg Certification required for 7th South Medical Care Manager**Additional Requirements:** *Completion of yearly safety training and mandatory classes** *20 hours of continuing education annually within specialty** *Strong conflict resolution and problem-solving skills**Key Responsibilities** Develop and oversee *holistic patient care plans* in collaboration with healthcare teams* Provide *leadership, guidance, and mentorship* to nursing staff* Advocate for patients and families, ensuring *comprehensive care and education** Utilize *critical-thinking* and *clinical judgment* for decision-making* Coordinate *patient flow, admissions, transfers, and discharges** Support *shared governance initiatives* and *quality improvement efforts** Ensure adherence to *infection control, safety, and nursing practice standards** Facilitate *multidisciplinary collaboration* to optimize patient outcomes*Why Nurses Love It Here** *Magnet with Distinction® for nursing excellence** *$20,000 Sign-On Bonus** *Competitive compensation & full-time benefits** *Certification pay, clinical differentials & shared governance** *Student loan forgiveness & tuition reimbursement** *Strong leadership and mentorship programs** *Located in the heart of the Midlands"”just two hours from South Carolina's beaches and mountains**Compensation & Benefits** *Competitive salary + sign-on bonus** *Day One medical, dental, and life insurance** *403(b) retirement match (up to 6%)** *Employer-paid short-term & long-term disability** *Tuition reimbursement & student loan forgiveness eligibility** *Adoption assistance and more!**About Lexington Medical Center*Consistently ranked among the best hospitals, Lexington Medical Center is committed to providing *high-quality health services* to the communities it serves.*Recognitions & Achievements:** Ranked *#1 in the Columbia metro area* by _U.S. News & World Report_* *Best Places to Work in South Carolina** *First hospital in South Carolina, and only hospital in the Midlands, to achieve Magnet with Distinction status for nursing excellence*Lexington Medical Center is a *607-bed teaching hospital* leading a *health care network of six medical centers* and *8,700 healthcare professionals*. The network includes *South Carolina's first HeartCARE Centerâ„¢* and an *accredited Cancer Center of Excellence*, affiliated with MUSC Hollings Cancer Center*Unit Details:** *Oncology Care Manager* - *36-bed Med/Surg unit specializing in oncology*, providing care for patients with:* Oncological disease* Hematologic disorders* Pain management* Other medical/surgical needs based on patient care needs* *7th South Medical Care Manager* - *30-bed Medical unit* providing care to adults requiring:* General medical intervention and nursing management* Gastrointestinal issues* Acute and chronic renal failure* Hematologic disorders* Other complex medical and surgical needs*Join Lexington Medical Center!*Bring your experience, discover your purpose, and grow your career with *South Carolina's most recognized hospital*.*Apply today!*Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:* 403(b)* 403(b) matching* Dental insurance* Employee assistance program* Employee discount* Flexible spending account* Health insurance* Health savings account* Life insurance* Loan forgiveness* Paid time off* Professional development assistance* Referral program* Retirement plan* Tuition reimbursement* Vision insuranceSchedule:* 8 hour shift* Day shiftWork Location: In person
Created: 2025-06-03