RN Case Manager

Vytalize Health • Kansas City, KS

1d • Remote

About The Position

The RN Case Manager works with the clinical department and serves as a liaison to physician practices. This patient-forward role advocates for personalized treatment options and supports patients with chronic or serious conditions through care planning, education, and guidance in navigating complex medical decisions. The role is centered on value-based care and uses assessment, communication, and care-navigation skills to provide evidence-based support within the nurse’s scope of practice.

The RN Case Manager engages patients who need clinical support, identifies and prioritizes their needs, and coordinates services across the continuum of care. The position collaborates with providers and healthcare teams to help patients remain stable at home, supports transitions from inpatient or post-acute settings, and connects patients with community resources. The role is fully remote, though minimal travel to provider offices may be required in some markets (less than 5%).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred, or an Associate’s degree in Nursing with relevant experience.
• 5 years of experience as an RN or RN Case Manager providing complex care management.
• At least 3 years of experience in Med Surg or Home Health.
• Experience providing Transitions of Care.
• Unencumbered RN license, compact nursing license, or ability to obtain a compact nursing license within 6 months of hire.
• Comfort adapting to rapid changes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Entrepreneurial spirit, sense of ownership, and comfort operating in ambiguity.
• Solution-oriented approach and ability to think strategically and creatively in decision-making.
• Ability to work independently and engage as part of a fully remote team.
• Ability to accept direction and feedback while also being forward-thinking and willing to challenge the status quo.
• Comfort providing care management using telehealth capabilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Ability to use documentation tools and technological platforms, including EMRs, effectively and efficiently; comfort with digital technologies.
• Positive attitude and respectful, professional customer service.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
• Startup experience.
• Accredited Case Manager (ACM) certification.

Responsibilities

• Identify patient and caregiver education needs through telephonic assessment and engagement, and ensure they have information to support a successful transition home after an inpatient or post-acute stay.
• Conduct timely telephonic clinical outreach to identified patients.
• Collaborate with PCPs, NPs, and other healthcare team members to coordinate care and help keep patients stable at home.
• Serve as a point of contact and informational resource for patients, care teams, families and caregivers, payers, and community resources.
• Implement interventions intended to improve health outcomes, lower costs, and enhance the patient experience.
• Work with provider offices, SNFs, hospitals, and Clinical Services teams to support patient needs efficiently and effectively.
• Coordinate care across the continuum while maintaining confidentiality.
• Guide patients through the healthcare system and help them overcome barriers.
• Coordinate patient treatment and services.
• Schedule medical appointments as needed.
• Communicate with patients and their families about the patient’s health condition.
• Provide community resources as needed and support resolution of social determinants of health (SDoH).
• Maintain a comprehensive working knowledge of community resources.
• Take accountability for the quality of care.
• Continually seek knowledge and learning that supports clinical care coordination.

Benefits

• Competitive base compensation.
• Annual bonus potential.
• Health benefits effective on the start date.
• Health & Wellness Program offering up to $300 per quarter for overall well-being, available on the start date.
• 401(k) plan effective the first of the month after the start date, with a 100% match of up to 4% of annual salary.
• Unlimited (or generous) paid “Vytal Time” and 5 paid sick days after the first 90 days.
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Technology setup.
• Opportunity to help build a market leader in value-based healthcare at a rapidly growing organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree