Nurse Care Manager - At Risk Children
About The Position
Join #TeamWake as a Nurse Care Manager (CMARC Program) Make a lasting difference in the lives of young children and their families. The Care Management for At‑Risk Children (CMARC) program is part of our Maternal & Child Health Division, serving children from birth to age five who may be experiencing medical, developmental, behavioral, or environmental challenges. Our multidisciplinary team of Registered Nurses and Social Workers partners directly with families to improve health outcomes and strengthen support systems during the earliest, and most impactful, years of life. We’re looking for a Nurse Care Manager who is passionate about family-centered care and excited to join a mission-driven team dedicated to community health. Why Work as a Nurse Care Manager in Public Health? Make an impact that goes beyond a single patient encounter. Meaningful Community Impact: Help families navigate complex health needs and connect them with the resources they deserve. Your work directly supports a healthier, stronger Wake County. Work with Purpose: Every day brings the opportunity to empower parents, advocate for vulnerable children, and reduce barriers to care. Supportive Team Culture: CMARC offers a collaborative environment where nurses, social workers, medical homes, and community partners work together. Professional Growth: Public health nursing builds skills in care coordination, motivational interviewing, home visiting, EMR documentation, community resources, and population health - great for both new and seasoned nurses. Variety in Your Day: Engage families through home visits, community outreach, provider office visits, phone and virtual support — no two days look the same. Work-Life Balance: Public health roles typically offer predictable schedules and opportunities for long-term career growth within the county. About Our Team At the heart of the Wake County Public Health department is a dedicated team of professionals committed to protecting and improving the health of our community. We bring together expertise in communicable disease control, environmental health, health education, school health, clinical services, and population health to deliver responsive and equitable services. With a shared mission of promoting wellness, preventing disease, and ensuring access to essential services, we work collaboratively with partners and residents to build a healthier, more resilient community for all of Wake County.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited school of Nursing
- No specific experience required
- RN - Registered Nurse - North Carolina Board of Nursing or Compact state
- BPT - Bloodborne Pathogens Training
- CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation
- AED - Automated External Defibrillator
- Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
- Equivalent education and experience are accepted
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- At least two years of experience as a nurse working with NICU, Medically Complex Pediatric Needs, and Chronic Pediatric Conditions (Developmental and/or Medical)
- Completion of North Carolina Credentialed Public Health Nurse (NCCPHN) Curriculum
- Spanish language proficiency preferred
- Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with others in order to encourage and support communication and teamwork
- Ability to build and maintain ongoing, collaborative, working relationships with coworkers to achieve the goals of the work unit
- Ability to convey information clearly and concisely to families in order to engage them in services
- Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with patients by listening to the patient and understanding and responding to identified needs
- Ability to follow instructions through a standard work process
- Ability to perform routine tasks
- Ability to check work for accuracy before completion of tasks
- Ability to identify problems, determine possible solutions, and actively work to resolve the issues
Responsibilities
- Reach out to new referrals quickly and compassionately, following CMARC guidelines
- Engage families through phone, virtual visits, community settings, home visits, and provider office collaboration
- Use nursing assessments to identify needs, develop individualized care plans, and determine risk levels for ongoing care management
- Document services accurately in the Electronic Medical Record
- Use motivational interviewing to build strong connections and encourage shared decision-making with families
- Partner with medical homes, early childhood programs, and community organizations to ensure families receive coordinated, high-quality care
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
