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VitalCaring Group —Fort Smith, AR
- LVN
- RN License
- Hospital
- Continuing education credits
- Health savings account
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Van Buren Health & Rehab —Van Buren, AR
- $30 - $31 an hour
- Overnight shift
- Background check
- Skilled nursing facility
- Vital signs
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Care Transitions Coordinator Home Health
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice —Fort Smith, AR
- Full-time
- Nursing
- RN License
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Hospital-Community RN Liaison (Non-Exempt)
Mercy —Fort Smith, AR
- Full-time
- Acute care
- Nursing
- RN License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
RN Hospice
Optum —Fort Smith, AR
- $60,200 - $107,400 a year
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- RN License
- BLS Certification
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Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Elara Caring —Sallisaw, OK
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Up to 50% travel
- RN License
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse-PRN
Centerwell —Fort Smith, AR
- $30.58 - $42.12 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Mid-level
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
LPN Hospice Full-time
Optum —Fort Smith, AR
- $20.38 - $36.44 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Pass drug screening
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Team Leader - Home Health
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice —Sallisaw, OK
- Full-time
- Nursing
- RN License
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
6d
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Home Health - PRN
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice —Sallisaw, OK
- PRN
- CPR Certification
- Nursing
- BLS Certification
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Travel Tele RN in Tucson, Arizona
Gifted Healthcare —United States
- $2,220.56 a week
- Overtime
- RN License
- BLS Certification
- HIPAA
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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GIFTED Healthcare —United States
- $2,122.06 a week
- Overtime
- Nursing
- Medication administration
- RN License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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GIFTED Healthcare —United States
- $2,845.87 a week
- Overtime
- Nursing
- Patient monitoring
- RN License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Travel Emergency Room RN in Birmingham, Alabama
Gifted Healthcare —United States
- $2,122.06 a week
- Travel nursing
- Medication administration
- Patient monitoring
- RN License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Care Transition Navigator

VitalCaring Group -
Fort Smith, AR

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Job Details

3 hours ago

Benefits

Continuing education credits
Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance
Referral program
Pet insurance

Qualifications

Collaborate with healthcare professionals
Computer operation
Driver's License
Relationship management
Computer skills

Full Job Description

Join VitalCaring – Where Your Passion Changes Lives!

Who We Are

Founded in 2021, VitalCaring has grown into a leading provider of home health and hospice services, with over 100 locations across the country. We are committed to fostering a culture of support, growth, and excellence for our team that is the backbone of how we ensure we deliver exceptional patient care.

What Sets Us Apart?

Drive Innovation. Deliver Impact - Join a mission-driven team where your work directly contributes to advancing patient care. As a key player in a forward-thinking healthcare organization, you'll represent innovative solutions that truly make a difference for patients and families - today and into the future
Make a Meaningful Impact – Help patients and families navigate their healthcare journey with compassion and dignity.
Thrive in a Supportive Team – Work with a team who genuinely care and invest in your success.
Grow Your Career – Take advantage of advanced training, mentorship, and career development opportunities.
Competitive Pay & Benefits – Be rewarded for your dedication and expertise with a compensation package that truly reflects your value. Our benefits are thoughtfully designed to support your well-being—offering the flexibility, security, and resources you need to thrive both at work and in life. We celebrate success at every level, with meaningful recognition for both individual contributions and team achievements.

Care Transition Navigator (CTN) – Home Health

Field-Based | Hospital-Focused | Patient Transition & Care Coordination

Role Overview

The Care Transition Navigator plays a critical role in ensuring safe, seamless transitions from the hospital to home health care. This position works directly within assigned hospital systems, partnering with case managers, physicians, patients, and families to coordinate care, reduce readmissions, and improve patient outcomes.

This is a high-impact, relationship-driven role that blends clinical insight, care coordination, and referral management to support both patient success and agency growth.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as the primary liaison between hospital teams, patients, and VitalCaring clinicians to ensure seamless transitions from hospital to home
Conduct bedside assessments to identify clinical needs, risk factors, and barriers to successful discharge
Partner with case managers and physicians to develop and execute safe, patient-centered transition plans
Drive timely admissions by coordinating referrals and ensuring smooth handoffs into home health services
Build strong, trusted relationships with hospital partners through consistent communication and follow-through
Complete post-discharge follow-up within 48 hours and ensure timely primary care coordination
Collaborate with internal teams and support initiatives focused on improving outcomes and reducing readmissions

Required Qualifications

Active RN, LVN/LPN, or PT license in the state of employment (or compact eligibility, if applicable)
Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience; home health or post-acute experience preferred
Experience in healthcare coordination, case management, clinical care, or hospital-based roles
Strong understanding of patient care transitions, discharge planning, or post-acute services
Demonstrated ability to build relationships with healthcare providers and interdisciplinary teams
Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage patients, families, and clinicians effectively
High level of organization with the ability to manage multiple patients and priorities simultaneously
Proficiency with EMR systems and basic computer applications
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in home health, hospice, or post-acute care
Background working within hospital systems (case management, discharge planning, or bedside coordination)
Knowledge of CMS guidelines and readmission reduction strategies
Familiarity with Homecare Homebase (HCHB) or similar EMR systems

Work Environment & Expectations

Field-based role with regular presence in assigned hospitals and healthcare facilities
High-touch, patient-facing position requiring strong interpersonal and clinical communication skills
Fast-paced environment requiring adaptability, critical thinking, and proactive follow-through
Performance expectations tied to both patient outcomes and successful care transitions/admissions
Requires strong time management to balance hospital coordination, patient interaction, and documentation

Benefits

Health & Wellness

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Pharmacy benefits

Virtual care and mental health support

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)

Supplemental health and life insurance

Financial & Protection

401(k) with company match

Employee referral program

Prepaid legal services

Identity theft protection

Work-Life Balance & Perks

Generous paid time off

Pet insurance

Tuition and continuing education reimbursement

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Candidates are evaluated based on job-related qualifications, skills, and business needs.

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