What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Care Mgr I position at elevancehealth?
JOB ID - JP00046505
Anticipated Start Date: 5/25/2026
Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCForward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.
Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities – and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.
Responsible for collaborating with healthcare providers and/or consumer to drive personalized health management and improve health outcomes for optimal consumers. Performs care management activities within the scope of licensure for members with complex and chronic care needs.
Primary duties may include, but are not limited to:
Ensures medically appropriate, high quality, cost effective care through assessing the medical necessity of inpatient admissions and extensions of stay, outpatient services, out of network services, and appropriateness of treatment setting and level of care.
Partners with physician clinical reviewers and/or medical directors to interpret appropriateness of care, intervention planning, and general clinical guidance.
Collaborates with providers to assess consumer needs for early identification of and proactive planning for discharge.
Conducts clinical assessment to develop goals that address individual needs in order to develop and implement a care plan.
Monitors and evaluates effectiveness of the care management plan and modifies as necessary.
Requirements:
Requires a HS diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 3 years of acute care clinical experience; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.
Current, active valid unrestricted RN license in applicable state(s) required.
Multi-state licensure is required if this individual is providing services in multiple states.
Home health/discharge planning experience preferred.
AS or BS in nursing preferred.
Certification as a Case Manager is preferred.
For URAC accredited areas, the following applies: Current and active RN license required in applicable state(s) that allows for an independent assessment to be conducted within their scope of practice.
Requires 3 years full-time equivalent of direct clinical care experience to the consumer, 5 years full-time equivalent of direct clinical care experience to the consumer preferred or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background, Multi-state licensure is required if this individual is providing services in multiple states.
Certification as a Case Manager or a BS in a health or human services related field also preferred.
Additional Information:
Participate in rounds and/or care conferences; communicate plan changes and discharge needs to the care team.
Document case management activities clearly and timely in the electronic health record (EHR).
Assist with reducing avoidable readmissions by promoting appropriate follow-up and continuity of care.
Maintain compliance with HIPAA, CMS/Joint Commission standards (as applicable), and facility policies.
Identify opportunities for process improvement and participate in unit-based quality initiatives.
Hours:
M - F (8-5p EST) This is a fully remote role with all equipment is provided.
Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, contractors are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process. Candidates must reside within 50 miles or 1-hour commute each way of a relevant Elevance Health location.
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