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Case Manager / PRN ( RN / RT / SW / LPN )
Company : Select Medical
Location : Chicago, IL, 60607
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 12 January 2026
Overview
Rush Specialty Hospital
Case Manager
Hours/Shift: Per Diem (PRN)
*Availability to work a minimum of 2 shifts per month on an "as needed" basis - shifts would be scheduled on weekdays, from approximately 8a.m.-5p.m.*
Compensation: $40 per hour
Requires a current licensure in a clinical discipline either as a Nurse or a Respiratory Therapist OR Social Work SW/MSW (potential license per state guidelines).
And
Previous experience in critical care setting required.
Previous discharge planning experience highly preferred.
Rush Specialty Hospital, a partnership between Select Medical and RUSH, is a 100-bed facility that combines a critical illness recovery hospital and an acute inpatient rehabilitation hospital. Our critical illness recovery hospital is committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery.
Why Join Us:
- Fostering Well-Being: We offer benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well-being of you and your family members. PRN / Part-time positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year. We also offer our employee assistance program to part time and PRN employees.
- Ease the Burden: Company Paid Parking
- Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care
Responsibilities
We are looking for valued employees who will be Champions of the Select Medical Way, which includes putting the patient first, helping to improve quality of life for the community in which you live and work, continuing to develop and explore new ideas, providing high-quality care and doing well by doing what is right.
The Case Manager is responsible for utilization reviews and resource management, discharge planning, treatment plan management and financial management, while also completing medical record documentation. You will report directly to the Director of Case Management and provide social work services, as necessary, per state guidelines.
- Develops and implements a patient specific, safe and timely discharge plan.
- Performs verification of utilization criteria reviews.
- Builds relationships and coordinate with payor sources to assure proper reimbursement for hospital provided services, promote costs attentive care via focus on resource management within the plan of care.
- Demonstrates compliance with facility-wide Utilization Management policies and procedures.
- Coordinates UR compliance with Quality Management to assure all licensure and accrediting requirements are fulfilled.
- Maintains fiscal responsibilities. Assures the department is identifying and negotiating the fullest possible reimbursement to maximize insurance benefit coverage for the patient. Reviews insurance verification forms to minimize risk.
- Facilitates multi-disciplinary team meetings including physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists and rehabilitation therapists.
Qualifications
Minimum requirements:
- Current licensure in a clinical discipline either as a Nurse (RN /LPN/ LVN)or a Respiratory Therapist OR current license / certified Social Work license per state guidelines
- Previous RN/LPN/RT/SW/CM experience in an inpatient hospital setting dealing with critical care/acute care patients. (example: ICU, step-down, med surg, vents)
- Adequate experience in an acute medical case management setting and confidence to manage and direct a plan of care for chronically critically ill populations
Preferred qualifications that will make you successful:
- Specific experience in Care Management and Discharge Planning is preferred.
- Working knowledge of the insurance industry and government reimbursement.
- Availability to work a minimum of 2 shifts per month on an "as needed" basis - shifts would be scheduled on weekdays, from appoximately 8a.m.-5p.m.
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Frequently asked questions
For this Select Medical role, you need a valid license as a nurse (RN, LPN, LVN), respiratory therapist, or a certified social worker aligned with Illinois state regulations. Ensuring your credentials meet local licensure standards is crucial for eligibility.
Hands-on experience in critical care settings such as ICU, step-down units, or med-surg wards significantly enhances suitability. It equips candidates to manage complex discharge planning and utilization reviews effectively, making them strong contenders for PRN case manager jobs.
This position demands coordinating discharge plans, conducting utilization reviews, and liaising with payors for reimbursement. The role also involves multi-disciplinary collaboration and thorough documentation, specifically tailored to chronic critically ill patients in acute care.
Select Medical emphasizes patient-first values and community well-being, fostering a supportive environment. Case managers experience a collaborative culture focused on quality care and innovation, complemented by perks like company-paid parking and benefits accessible to PRN staff.
Yes, navigating complex insurance policies and maximizing reimbursement while managing resource use is demanding. The role requires precise insurance verification and proactive communication with payors to ensure patients receive optimal coverage without compromising care quality.
The position offers competitive compensation, with a rate of approximately $40 per hour. This reflects the specialized skill set required, including licensure and critical care experience, aligning well with local market standards for per diem nursing and case management roles.
Chicago's healthcare sector shows steady demand for LPN case managers, especially in specialty hospitals. Competition can be moderate due to the need for critical care background and licensure, but roles offering flexible PRN shifts like this one broaden opportunities for qualified candidates.
Rush Specialty Hospital's location in Chicago offers accessibility via public transit and major highways. However, weekday shifts from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. require planning for urban traffic patterns. Company-paid parking is a valuable perk easing onsite commute costs.
Indeed, PRN employees gain access to benefits like a 401(k) plan after meeting hour thresholds, plus employee assistance programs. This approach supports financial and emotional well-being, distinguishing Select Medical’s commitment to flexible staff welfare.
Select Medical’s partnership with Rush Specialty Hospital creates a specialized environment focused on chronic critical illness recovery. The case manager role here uniquely combines acute care expertise with resource management tailored to long-term patient rehabilitation.