What does a care transition manager do?

A care transition manager works with patients and families to coordinate healthcare services between hospitals, acute care facilities, and home care settings. As a care transition manager, your responsibilities include discharge planning, making referrals to medical providers and social services, and patient education. Your job duties are to coordinate between patients and caregivers, collaborate with medical staff and social workers, and ensure that the patients on your caseload receive the care that best meets their needs. You can find care transition manager jobs at hospitals, long-term care facilities, and assisted living facilities.