Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Support Specialist

Company: Tenet-AZ Region
Location: Nogales
Posted on: January 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Tenet-AZ Region is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Clinical Support Specialist for a nursing job in Nogales, Arizona. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Clinical Support Specialist - Discipline: RN - Duration: Ongoing - 40 hours per week - Shift: 8 hours - Employment Type: Staff Anyone traveling more than 60 miles one way to Holy Cross is eligible for a travel stipend of $60 per day. Welcome to Carondelet Health Network, where making a real difference in people's lives is at the heart of everything we do. Beyond just medical treatments, we believe in the power of genuine connections and heartfelt compassion. It's what sets us apart and makes us truly special. When you join our team, you're not just stepping into a job – you're becoming part of a community that uplifts and supports each other every day. We know that healthcare requires a unique blend of talent and dedication, and we are fully committed to providing an environment that enriches and rewards your journey. Picture yourself among the brightest healthcare professionals, all united by a common purpose: caring for our community with unwavering commitment. At Carondelet, you won't just find colleagues; you'll find awe-inspiring teammates who share your passion for making a meaningful impact. If you're ready to go above and beyond, to embrace the energy and camaraderie that Carondelet Health System offers, then join us on this incredible adventure. Together, we'll create a healthier, happier world – one patient at a time. Let your career find its purpose here at Carondelet. RN Case Manager Full Time Days Position Summary The RN Case Manager is responsible to facilitate care along a continuum through effective resource coordination to help patients achieve optimal health, access to care and appropriate utilization of resources, balanced with the patient’s resources and right to self-determination. The individual in this position has overall responsibility for ensuring that care is provided at the appropriate level of care based on medical necessity and to assess the patient for transition needs to promote timely throughput, safe discharge and prevent avoidable readmissions. This position integrates national standards for case management scope of services including: • Utilization Management supporting medical necessity and denial prevention • Transition Management promoting appropriate length of stay, readmission prevention and patient satisfaction • Care Coordination by demonstrating throughput efficiency while assuring care is the right sequence and at appropriate level of care • Compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements, TJC accreditation standards and Tenet policy • Education provided to physicians, patients, families and caregivers Job Responsibilities: The individual’s responsibilities include the following activities: a) accurate medical necessity screening and submission for Physician Advisor review, b) care coordination, c) transition planning assessment and reassessment, d) implementation or oversight of implementation of the transition plan, e) leading and facilitating multi-disciplinary patient care conferences, f) managing concurrent disputes, g) making appropriate referrals to other departments, h ) identifying and referring complex patients to Social Work Services, I) communicating with patients and families about the plan of care, j) collaborating with physicians, office staff and ancillary departments, k) leading and facilitating Complex Case Review, l) assuring patient education is completed to support post-acute needs , m) timely complete and concise documentation in Case Management system, n ) maintenance of accurate patient demographic and insurance information, o) identification and documentation of potentially avoidable days, p) identification and reporting over and underutilization, q) and other duties as assigned THE RN CASE MANAGER FULL TIME DAYS CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING EDUCATION, LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION Required: RN. Must be currently licensed, certified or registered to practice profession as required by law or regulation in state of practice or policy. Active RN license for state(s) covered. Preferred: Accredited Case Manager (ACM) EDUCATION Required: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Preferred: Academic degree in nursing (bachelor's or master's) WORK EXPERIENCE Required: 2 years of acute hospital patient care experience. Preferred: Acute hospital case management experience. LI-CB4 Tenet AZ Job ID 2503025221. Posted job title: Registered Nurse Case Manager (RN)

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