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Director Care Coordination-MMC Merced-Mark Twain
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Merced, CA, 95340
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 60.24-89.6 HOUR
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As the Director of Care Coordination for Mercy Medical Center, you will be responsible for the overall direction and management of care coordination and social services including planning, organizing and directing all activities, staffing, performance improvement in the delivery of clinical services (such as LOS reduction) and reporting needs within the Medical Center and Dignity Health, as well as government and regulatory reporting.
You will work closely with all departments at the Medical Center and the post-acute service providers to streamline the patient transition through the health care system and into the community post discharge, and consult/collaborate with other managers, physicians, administration, and community based healthcare workers regarding care management issues identified through corporate or facility initiatives and current literature.
To thrive in this role, you must be competent and confident. Utilizing your expertise and excellent communication skills one-on-one and in front of groups, you will tackle tough conversations and, above all, be an educator at heart. Every interaction is an opportunity to share your knowledge with others and improve their understanding and performance, so that together we can optimize care coordination across the care continuum for our patients.
If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.
Job Requirements
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in nursing or experience equivalent required.
- Minimum of three (3) years progressive supervisory or management experience in an acute hospital setting
Licensure:
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license. CM certification preferred
Mercy Medical Center, a Dignity Health member, has been building a rich history of care in our community for more than 100 years. We have grown from a small one-story wooden structure into a major healthcare provider with a new 186-bed main campus, offering the latest in facility design and technology. Mercy also operates Outpatient Centers, a Cancer Center and several rural clinics.
Wherever you work throughout our system, you will find faces of experience with dedication to high quality, personalized care. Joining our 1,300 employees, 230 physicians and many volunteers, you can help carry out our commitment to providing our community with the excellence they have come to associate with Mercy Medical Center.
One Community. One Mission. One California
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Frequently asked questions
In Merced healthcare settings, skills like strategic planning, conflict resolution, and patient advocacy stand out for a Care Coordination Director. These qualities enable effective collaboration across departments, ensuring seamless patient transitions and enhancing care outcomes in a community-focused environment.
MMC Merced demands a unique blend of hands-on oversight and community engagement, balancing acute hospital coordination with post-discharge services. Compared to other centers, there's a stronger emphasis on compliance reporting and culturally sensitive care, reflecting the area's diverse patient demographics.
Daily tasks often encompass overseeing social service teams, analyzing performance metrics like length of stay, facilitating multidisciplinary meetings, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. This role requires proactive problem-solving and dynamic communication to align clinical efforts with patient-centered care goals.
Catholic Health Initiatives integrates a strong mission-driven focus on social justice and health equity, influencing directors to prioritize ethical decision-making alongside operational excellence. This creates a culture where leadership is not only about management but also advocating for vulnerable populations within the care continuum.
The organization’s commitment to community well-being encourages directors to innovate beyond traditional protocols, fostering inclusive collaboration with local providers and emphasizing education. This ethical framework supports directors in enhancing patient experience while aligning with broader organizational goals.
While a current RN license is essential, certifications like Case Management (CM) are highly favored locally, reflecting Merced's competitive healthcare market. These credentials demonstrate advanced expertise in care transitions, regulatory compliance, and leadership, boosting candidates’ appeal.
Merced's relatively moderate cost of living compared to larger California cities impacts salary ranges, with Director-level roles typically earning between $110,000 and $140,000 annually. Compensation balances regional affordability with the role's high responsibility and specialized skill set.
Key obstacles include navigating resource limitations in rural areas, managing diverse patient needs, and aligning multiple stakeholders’ priorities. Success requires cultural competence, adaptability, and robust communication strategies tailored to Merced’s unique healthcare landscape.
Given Catholic Health Initiatives’ reputation, these positions attract seasoned nursing professionals with managerial experience. The competition is strong, emphasizing candidates who combine clinical expertise with leadership savvy and a commitment to social justice in healthcare.
Salaries for these directors generally align with regional healthcare leadership benchmarks, averaging around $120,000 annually. Variations depend on experience, educational background, and certifications, with some roles offering bonuses tied to performance and care quality improvements.