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THIS POSITION FOCUSES ON WEEKENDS
Schedule: 4/10s covering both Saturday and Sunday.
At Houston Methodist, the Case Manager (CM) position is a registered nurse (RN) responsible for comprehensively assessing clinical condition and planning for case management, which includes care transitions and discharge planning of a targeted patient population on a designated unit(s) and/or service lines. This position works with the physicians and multidisciplinary healthcare team to facilitate clinical care coordination and maintain compassionate, efficient, quality and safe patient care and achievement of desired treatment outcomes. The CM position holds joint accountability with the social worker for discharge planning, coordination of care, and throughput, assuring that admission and continued stay are medically necessary. This position communicates clinical information to payors and post-acute care providers to ensure safe transition and continuity of care.
FLSA STATUS
Exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section.
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Experience
Three years hospital nursing clinical experience
Acute care case management experience preferred
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency)
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and Managed Care requirements
Progressive knowledge of community resources, healthcare financial and payor requirements/issues, and eligibility for state, local and federal programs
Progressive knowledge of discharge planning, utilization management, case management, performance improvement and managed care reimbursement
Understanding of pre-acute and post-acute venues of care and post-acute community resources
Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, payors, and patients and their families
Well versed in computer skills of the entire Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word)
Strong assessment, organizational and problem-solving skills
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Communicates in an active, positive and effective manner to all healthcare team members and reports pertinent clinical patient care and family data in a comprehensive and unbiased manner; listens and responds to the ideas of others. Supports patients and families in preventing/resolving clinical or ethical issues.
Collaborates with staff from the multidisciplinary care team concerning the discharge plan to improve outcomes and the safe transition of care. Uses a structured format for regular communication with patients and families.
Communicates effectively with physicians, multidisciplinary care team, patients, and families to ensure safe and timely transitions of care.
Contributes towards improvement of employee engagement as reflected by department scores, i.e., peer-to-peer accountability.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assesses all patients timely, per policy, and thoroughly. Reviews chart for medical necessity and facilitation of throughput and appropriate utilization of inpatient resources and services, etc. Initiates and facilitates referrals and transfers for home health care, hospice, durable medical equipment, and other post-acute services.
Participates and is prepared to present barriers to efficient patient throughput in daily multi-disciplinary rounds (MDRs). Escalates appropriate discharge barriers to leadership and/or physician advisor.
Facilitates discharge planning activities for assigned patients and collaborates with other members of the multidisciplinary care team, as well as patient and family, on clinically complex care transitions and discharges. Maintains ownership of the discharge planning process on assigned units.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Modifies care based on continuous evaluation of the patient’s medical condition and progression. Demonstrates clinical problem-solving and critical thinking within the scope of practice and makes decisions using an evidence-based analytical approach. Documents accurate assessment and interventions efficiently and effectively.
Educates patient and family appropriately on disease process that impacts their health and readmission. Connects patient and family with resources related to their disease process.
Proactively plans for routine discharge, elevates emergent situations, and escalates unresolved barriers. Manages usual patient assignment and other unit demands, anticipating/planning for potential problems.
Focuses on discharge domain by contributing to department and hospital targets for quality, patient satisfaction and safety measures.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Focuses on reducing length of stay for all levels of care, (inpatient, observation and outpatient in a bed) and avoidable days by ensuring efficient and timely use of resources in discharge planning and transitions. Reviews medical records for medical necessity for continued stay, facilitate timely discharge to reduce discharge delays.
Applies knowledge of payor requirements and coverage to facilitate cost-effective discharges. Contributes to meeting department and hospital financial targets. Utilizes resources with cost effectiveness and value creation in mind. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, assisting coworkers as needed.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Identifies areas for process improvement based on understanding of evidence-based practice literature. Participates in evidence-based practice/performance improvement projects based on these observations and offers solutions.
Seeks opportunities to identify self-development needs and takes appropriate action. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an ongoing basis.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
+ Uniform: No
+ Scrubs: No
+ Business professional: Yes
+ Other (department approved): No
ON-CALL
+ Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
+ On Call Yes
TRAVEL
Travel specifications may vary by department
+ May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
+ May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, Houston Methodist's eighth hospital, opened in the first quarter of 2025 in a prime location in the heart of the rapidly growing U.S. 290 corridor. It incorporates the most advanced technology available, featuring innovations designed to enhance communication between patients, physicians, staff and families. The facility combines state-of-the-art technology with world-class clinicians, creating an unparalleled experience for patients, employees and physicians.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
INTRODUCTION
THIS POSITION FOCUSES ON WEEKENDS
Schedule: 4/10s covering both Saturday and Sunday.
At Houston Methodist, the Case Manager (CM) position is a registered nurse (RN) responsible for comprehensively assessing clinical condition and planning for case management, which includes care transitions and discharge planning of a targeted patient population on a designated unit(s) and/or service lines. This position works with the physicians and multidisciplinary healthcare team to facilitate clinical care coordination and maintain compassionate, efficient, quality and safe patient care and achievement of desired treatment outcomes. The CM position holds joint accountability with the social worker for discharge planning, coordination of care, and throughput, assuring that admission and continued stay are medically necessary. This position communicates clinical information to payors and post-acute care providers to ensure safe transition and continuity of care.
FLSA STATUS
Exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section.
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Experience
Three years hospital nursing clinical experience
Acute care case management experience preferred
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency)
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and Managed Care requirements
Progressive knowledge of community resources, healthcare financial and payor requirements/issues, and eligibility for state, local and federal programs
Progressive knowledge of discharge planning, utilization management, case management, performance improvement and managed care reimbursement
Understanding of pre-acute and post-acute venues of care and post-acute community resources
Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, payors, and patients and their families
Well versed in computer skills of the entire Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word)
Strong assessment, organizational and problem-solving skills
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Communicates in an active, positive and effective manner to all healthcare team members and reports pertinent clinical patient care and family data in a comprehensive and unbiased manner; listens and responds to the ideas of others. Supports patients and families in preventing/resolving clinical or ethical issues.
Collaborates with staff from the multidisciplinary care team concerning the discharge plan to improve outcomes and the safe transition of care. Uses a structured format for regular communication with patients and families.
Communicates effectively with physicians, multidisciplinary care team, patients, and families to ensure safe and timely transitions of care.
Contributes towards improvement of employee engagement as reflected by department scores, i.e., peer-to-peer accountability.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assesses all patients timely, per policy, and thoroughly. Reviews chart for medical necessity and facilitation of throughput and appropriate utilization of inpatient resources and services, etc. Initiates and facilitates referrals and transfers for home health care, hospice, durable medical equipment, and other post-acute services.
Participates and is prepared to present barriers to efficient patient throughput in daily multi-disciplinary rounds (MDRs). Escalates appropriate discharge barriers to leadership and/or physician advisor.
Facilitates discharge planning activities for assigned patients and collaborates with other members of the multidisciplinary care team, as well as patient and family, on clinically complex care transitions and discharges. Maintains ownership of the discharge planning process on assigned units.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Modifies care based on continuous evaluation of the patient’s medical condition and progression. Demonstrates clinical problem-solving and critical thinking within the scope of practice and makes decisions using an evidence-based analytical approach. Documents accurate assessment and interventions efficiently and effectively.
Educates patient and family appropriately on disease process that impacts their health and readmission. Connects patient and family with resources related to their disease process.
Proactively plans for routine discharge, elevates emergent situations, and escalates unresolved barriers. Manages usual patient assignment and other unit demands, anticipating/planning for potential problems.
Focuses on discharge domain by contributing to department and hospital targets for quality, patient satisfaction and safety measures.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Focuses on reducing length of stay for all levels of care, (inpatient, observation and outpatient in a bed) and avoidable days by ensuring efficient and timely use of resources in discharge planning and transitions. Reviews medical records for medical necessity for continued stay, facilitate timely discharge to reduce discharge delays.
Applies knowledge of payor requirements and coverage to facilitate cost-effective discharges. Contributes to meeting department and hospital financial targets. Utilizes resources with cost effectiveness and value creation in mind. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, assisting coworkers as needed.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Identifies areas for process improvement based on understanding of evidence-based practice literature. Participates in evidence-based practice/performance improvement projects based on these observations and offers solutions.
Seeks opportunities to identify self-development needs and takes appropriate action. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an ongoing basis.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
+ Uniform: No
+ Scrubs: No
+ Business professional: Yes
+ Other (department approved): No
ON-CALL
+ Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
+ On Call Yes
TRAVEL
Travel specifications may vary by department
+ May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
+ May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, Houston Methodist's eighth hospital, opened in the first quarter of 2025 in a prime location in the heart of the rapidly growing U.S. 290 corridor. It incorporates the most advanced technology available, featuring innovations designed to enhance communication between patients, physicians, staff and families. The facility combines state-of-the-art technology with world-class clinicians, creating an unparalleled experience for patients, employees and physicians.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Case Manager
Target employers with established sponsorship histories
Hospitals, behavioral health networks, and large nonprofit organizations sponsor Case Managers far more often than small community agencies. Search for employers who have filed H-1B visa petitions for social workers or case management roles in the past.
Confirm your degree field matches the role
Case Manager roles must qualify as specialty occupations for OPT STEM extensions or H-1B sponsorship. A degree in social work, psychology, or public health typically satisfies this. Degrees in unrelated fields may not support a strong sponsorship case.
Ask about sponsorship before the offer stage
Raise visa sponsorship during the second interview or after a hiring manager signals strong interest. Framing it as a logistics question rather than a demand tends to keep conversations productive and avoids early disqualification from cautious recruiters.
Obtain relevant licensure or certifications early
A CCM credential or state-level case management certification strengthens both your candidacy and the specialty occupation argument for H-1B sponsorship. Employers are more likely to invest in sponsorship when a candidate has recognized professional qualifications.
Prioritize roles with clear OPT start timelines
Case Manager hiring cycles in healthcare and nonprofits can run six to ten weeks. Apply early in your OPT period so onboarding completes well before your work authorization expires, giving employers and immigration counsel enough lead time.
Negotiate a start date that accounts for your OPT timeline
Your OPT employment authorization card and I-20 endorsement must be valid before your first day. Confirm your exact authorization dates with your DSO before accepting an offer, and communicate any constraints clearly to your hiring manager.
Case Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Case Managers in the United States?
Yes. Case Manager roles at hospitals, nonprofits, behavioral health organizations, and government agencies regularly hire F-1 OPT students. Your degree must be in a related field such as social work, psychology, or public health, and your employer must verify your work authorization using Form I-9 before your start date.
Do Case Manager jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Most Case Manager positions do not qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension because social work and psychology are not on the official STEM Designated Degree Program List. However, Case Managers with degrees in public health informatics, health sciences, or certain behavioral science concentrations may qualify. Confirm your specific CIP code with your DSO before assuming eligibility.
Which types of employers are most likely to sponsor Case Managers for an H-1B visa?
Large hospital systems, managed care organizations, and national nonprofit networks are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for Case Manager roles. These employers have existing relationships with immigration counsel and understand the specialty occupation argument for the position. Smaller community agencies and county government offices rarely have the infrastructure to support H-1B petitions. Browse Case Manager jobs with sponsorship potential on Migrate Mate.
How do I document my OPT authorization when starting a Case Manager job?
Your employer will complete Form I-9 on or before your first day of work. You'll need to present your Employment Authorization Document, your valid F-1 visa, your passport, and your I-20 with a current DSO travel signature. Some employers in healthcare or child welfare settings may also require background checks before they can process your paperwork, so factor in extra lead time.
Is a Case Manager role considered a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can be, but it depends on the job description. Roles requiring a specific bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a closely related field generally meet the specialty occupation standard. Positions where any degree is accepted, or where the duties are primarily administrative, face higher scrutiny. A well-drafted job description that ties specific duties to the required degree field significantly strengthens the petition.