Nurse Case Manager I
Elevance Health, Baton Rouge, LA, United States
Nurse Case Manager I
Location:
Virtual: This role enables associate to work virtually full-time, with the exception of required in-person training sessions, providing maximum flexibility and autonomy. This approach promotes productivity, supports work-life integration, and ensures essential face-to-face onboarding and skill development.
Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.
The ideal candidate must reside and be licensed in Louisiana. (Preferably Shreveport, Monroe, Alexandria, Lake Charles, or New Orleans). Willingness to travel to community settings up to 10% of the time or as needed.
Work Shift:
Monday - Friday | 8 AM - 5 PM CT
The Nurse Case Manager I is responsible for performing care management within the scope of licensure for members with complex and chronic care needs by assessing, developing, implementing, coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating care plans designed to optimize member health care across the care continuum. Performs duties telephonically or on-site such as at hospitals for discharge planning.
How you will make an impact
Ensures member access to services appropriate to their health needs.
Conducts assessments to identify individual needs and a specific care management plan to address objectives and goals as identified during assessment.
Implements care plan by facilitating authorizations/referrals as appropriate within benefits structure or through extra-contractual arrangements.
Coordinates internal and external resources to meet identified needs.
Monitors and evaluates effectiveness of the care management plan and modifies as necessary.
Interfaces with Medical Directors and Physician Advisors on the development of care management treatment plans. Negotiates rates of reimbursement, as applicable.
Assists in problem solving with providers, claims or service issues.
Minimum Requirements
Requires BA/BS in a health related field and minimum of 3 years of clinical experience; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.
Current, unrestricted RN license in applicable state(s) required.
Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences
Certification as a Case Manager is preferred.
Experience with working with the homeless and substance use disorders.
Experience with Adult population with Chronic Conditions such as Diabetes, Sickle Cell, Congestive Heart Failure, Hepatitis, HIV, and Hypertension preferred.
Experience in hospital, case management, MCO experience preferred.
Combination of the following is a plus: Acute care, home health, chronic illnesses/diseases, discharge planning.
Behavioral health conditions experience preferred.
We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state, and local laws.
Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact elevancehealthjobssupport@elevancehealth.com for assistance.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
Prospective employees required to be screened under Florida law should review the education and awareness resources at HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration.
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Location:
Virtual: This role enables associate to work virtually full-time, with the exception of required in-person training sessions, providing maximum flexibility and autonomy. This approach promotes productivity, supports work-life integration, and ensures essential face-to-face onboarding and skill development.
Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.
The ideal candidate must reside and be licensed in Louisiana. (Preferably Shreveport, Monroe, Alexandria, Lake Charles, or New Orleans). Willingness to travel to community settings up to 10% of the time or as needed.
Work Shift:
Monday - Friday | 8 AM - 5 PM CT
The Nurse Case Manager I is responsible for performing care management within the scope of licensure for members with complex and chronic care needs by assessing, developing, implementing, coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating care plans designed to optimize member health care across the care continuum. Performs duties telephonically or on-site such as at hospitals for discharge planning.
How you will make an impact
Ensures member access to services appropriate to their health needs.
Conducts assessments to identify individual needs and a specific care management plan to address objectives and goals as identified during assessment.
Implements care plan by facilitating authorizations/referrals as appropriate within benefits structure or through extra-contractual arrangements.
Coordinates internal and external resources to meet identified needs.
Monitors and evaluates effectiveness of the care management plan and modifies as necessary.
Interfaces with Medical Directors and Physician Advisors on the development of care management treatment plans. Negotiates rates of reimbursement, as applicable.
Assists in problem solving with providers, claims or service issues.
Minimum Requirements
Requires BA/BS in a health related field and minimum of 3 years of clinical experience; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.
Current, unrestricted RN license in applicable state(s) required.
Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences
Certification as a Case Manager is preferred.
Experience with working with the homeless and substance use disorders.
Experience with Adult population with Chronic Conditions such as Diabetes, Sickle Cell, Congestive Heart Failure, Hepatitis, HIV, and Hypertension preferred.
Experience in hospital, case management, MCO experience preferred.
Combination of the following is a plus: Acute care, home health, chronic illnesses/diseases, discharge planning.
Behavioral health conditions experience preferred.
We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state, and local laws.
Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact elevancehealthjobssupport@elevancehealth.com for assistance.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
Prospective employees required to be screened under Florida law should review the education and awareness resources at HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration.
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