Care Manager RN

Pacer Group; Kansas; On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Pacer Group in Kansas is seeking an experienced Care Manager RN to provide complex care management for foster care members enrolled in Medicaid/KanCare. The role emphasizes clinical assessments, individualized care plans, and coordination of medical, behavioral health, and community services.

This field-based position requires travel across Central and Northwest Kansas counties, 40–45 USD per hour on W2, and close collaboration with families, providers, DCF, schools, and community resources.

Qualifications

• RN degree and active license required.
• Behavioral health or social work experience with 1–2 years in child welfare.
• Experience with foster care/child welfare and care coordination required.
• Strong clinical assessment, documentation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Valid driver's license for field travel.
• HCBS waiver experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Medicaid/KanCare.

Responsibilities

• Conduct member assessments via HRAs, calls, and home visits.
• Complete required 48-hour visits following placement changes and 7-day IDT meetings.
• Develop, monitor, and update individualized care plans/Plans of Service.
• Coordinate services with members, families, providers, DCF, schools, foster families, and community resources.
• Identify barriers to care and connect members with appropriate healthcare and HCBS resources.
• Monitor member status, care-plan progress, and changing needs.
• Provide education regarding healthcare, treatment options, referrals, and benefits.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with Medicaid, state, and contractual requirements.
• Manage assigned caseload and meet required visit, outreach, and documentation timelines.

Skills

RN

Care Management

Care Coordination

Clinical Assessments

Foster Care/Child Welfare

Medicaid/KanCare

Individualized Care Plans

Behavioral Health

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Active RN License

Tools

HCBS Waivers

DCF Coordination

Community-Based Care Coordination

Member Education

Documentation & Compliance

IDT Meetings

Home Visits

Job description

Location: Central and Northwest Kansas counties

Work Arrangement: Field-Based

Job Type: Contract

Travel: Up to 75% across Central and Northwest Kansas counties

Pay Rate: $40-$45/hr. on W2

Deadline: 9/28/2026

Position Overview:

The Care Manager RN provides complex care management and coordination for foster care members enrolled in Medicaid/KanCare. The role focuses on clinical assessments, individualized care plans, member education, and coordination of medical, behavioral health, and community-based services.

Skills Required:

Primary Skills:

• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Care Management
• Care Coordination
• Clinical Assessments
• Foster Care/Child Welfare
• Medicaid/KanCare
• Individualized Care Plans
• Behavioral Health

Secondary Skills:

• HCBS Waivers
• DCF Coordination
• Community-Based Care Coordination
• Member Education
• Documentation & Compliance
• IDT Meetings
• Home Visits

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct member assessments, including HRAs, telephonic outreach, and in-person/home visits.
• Complete required 48-hour visits following placement changes and 7-day IDT meetings.
• Develop, monitor, and update individualized care plans/Plans of Service.
• Coordinate services with members, families, providers, DCF, schools, foster families, and community resources.
• Identify barriers to care and connect members with appropriate healthcare and HCBS resources.
• Monitor member status, care-plan progress, and changing needs.
• Provide education regarding healthcare, treatment options, referrals, and benefits.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with Medicaid, state, and contractual requirements.
• Manage assigned caseload and meet required visit, outreach, and documentation timelines.

Requirements:

• Degree from an accredited School of Nursing; behavioral health/social work education may also be considered.
• Active RN license; LMSW/LCSW may be considered based on requirements.
• RN with behavioral health experience or social work experience with 1–2 years of child welfare experience.
• Experience with foster care/child welfare and care coordination required.
• Strong clinical assessment, documentation, communication, and organizational skills.
• HCBS waiver experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license required due to field travel.

Preferred Experience:

• Medicaid/KanCare
• Child welfare/DCF
• HCBS waivers, including IDD, SED, Frail & Elderly, or Autism
• Community-based care coordination

EEOC Compliance:

We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Disclaimer:

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions. Job responsibilities and requirements may change based on business needs. Employment is subject to applicable company policies and client requirements.