Manager Case Management & Social Services RN

Houston Methodist · Houston, TX Contract
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Job Description

Houston Methodist seeks a Manager of Case Management & Social Services RN to lead an integrated, interprofessional department. This position oversees functional and operational aspects while ensuring high-quality, cost-effective patient care and resource utilization.

What You'll Do

  • Manage daily work activities, staffing decisions, hiring, termination, and employee performance coaching
  • Oversee quality assurance and utilization management programs including admissions, concurrent review, and medical claims
  • Develop department budgets and ensure cost-effective operations within approved parameters
  • Implement compliance initiatives for ethical practices and regulatory/accreditation requirements
  • Lead process improvements and strategic initiatives to reduce length of stay and readmissions

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or higher from accredited nursing school; Master's in nursing preferred
  • Five years inpatient case management, social work, or utilization management experience; one year people management required
  • Texas RN licensure and Magnet ANCC-recognized Case Management Certification within one year
  • Advanced negotiation, mediation, analytical, and collaboration skills with excellent communication abilities
  • Ability to work effectively in fast-paced environments with flexibility and critical thinking skills

Work Environment

  • Business professional attire required
  • On-call availability required during emergencies
  • May require travel within Houston Metropolitan area

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Nursing roles in senior living are fundamentally different from hospital nursing. Most positions involve building long-term relationships with the same residents over months or years rather than cycling through new patients every shift. Facilities in the Houston area typically require an active Texas RN or LVN license, current CPR/BLS certification, and many prefer at least one year of geriatric or long-term care experience.

Shift patterns vary widely โ€” some facilities run traditional 8-hour shifts (day, evening, night), while others use 12-hour rotations. Weekend and holiday coverage is almost always part of the schedule. The nurse-to-resident ratio in assisted living is generally more favorable than in hospitals, but you will likely be the highest-level clinical staff on the floor during your shift, which means more autonomy and more responsibility for clinical judgment calls.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

A typical shift starts with medication pass and resident assessments. You will review overnight notes from the previous shift, check vitals for residents on your watch list, and coordinate with CNAs on any changes in condition. Mid-shift usually involves documentation, family communication, and working with physicians on care plan updates โ€” often by phone or telehealth rather than in-person rounds.

Depending on the facility, you may also handle admissions paperwork, manage wound care, supervise medication techs, and respond to emergencies. The documentation load in senior living is significant โ€” state surveys and compliance requirements mean thorough charting is non-negotiable. Many nurses in this setting say the most rewarding part is knowing their residents personally and being able to notice subtle changes that a rotating hospital nurse might miss.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Registered Nurse positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $48.00/hr ($99,840/yr). The typical range is $39.37 – $55.77/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $74,859/yr
Houston Median $99,840/yr
Experienced (90th) $130,437/yr
vs. National Median +2.3%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.

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