Group Director of Case Management - Desert Regional MC

Job Description

Job DescriptionGroup Director of Case Management

Full-Time | $20,000 Sign-On Bonus Eligible
Location: Palm Springs, CA
Salary Range: $128,960 - $205,920 (based on experience)

About the Role

Envoy Recruitment is seeking an experienced Group Director of Case Management to lead Case Management, Social Services, and Bed Control operations for a large acute-care hospital serving a diverse and high-acuity patient population.

This senior leadership role oversees departmental strategy, operational performance, staff development, regulatory compliance, and resource utilization. The Director ensures smooth coordination across clinical teams, supports efficient care transitions, and drives key metrics such as LOS, avoidable days, and utilization review performance.

This position is ideal for a seasoned RN leader with strong analytical capability, deep case management knowledge, and experience guiding multidisciplinary teams.

Key ResponsibilitiesOperational Leadership

• Oversee Case Management, Social Services, and Bed Control, ensuring safe, appropriate, and efficient patient flow

• Manage departmental staffing, scheduling, budgets, and ongoing education

• Ensure compliance with all internal policies, regulatory requirements, and accreditation standards

• Maintain strong communication channels with physicians, physician advisors, nursing, and ancillary teams

Care Coordination & Utilization Review

• Direct evaluation of medical necessity, appropriateness of care, and resource utilization for admissions, continued stays, and discharges

• Ensure timely InterQual reviews and compliance with utilization review standards

• Reduce excess days, avoidable days, and clinical disputes through proactive oversight

Data & Performance Management

• Analyze key metrics including LOS, InterQual outcomes, observation hours, and ALOS

• Present data to leadership teams and recommend process improvement initiatives

• Participate in Quality, Operational, and Financial improvement meetings

Team Development & Leadership

• Lead case managers, social workers, and support staff

• Foster collaboration across clinical disciplines

• Promote professional growth and ensure staff complete CEUs and required competencies

What You Bring

Required

• Registered Nurse (RN) with BSN

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Case Manager

• Extensive management and clinical leadership experience

• Demonstrated success improving organizational performance

• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills

• Ability to lead and influence multidisciplinary teams

Preferred

• California RN license

• Experience in large or multi-site hospital environments

Physical Requirements

• Regular sitting, talking, and use of fine motor skills

• Frequent standing and walking; occasional stooping or kneeling

• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs regularly and 50 lbs occasionally

• Work involves both office and clinical environments

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Leadership scope across multiple operational areas

• Competitive compensation package

• $20,000 sign-on bonus (based on eligibility)

• Opportunity to impact large-scale care delivery and resource utilization

• Collaborative executive partnerships

Interested in Learning More?

For a confidential conversation or to submit your resume, contact hello@envoyrecruitment.com