Case Manager (LPN or RN)

Acentra Health, LLC; Oregon; Remote; USD 67,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Acentra Health is seeking a Case Manager (LPN or RN) to coordinate care and plan individualized services across the health system, ensuring payer compliance and quality outcomes.

This remote role requires Oregon residence. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and educators to tailor care, support underserved communities, and advance equitable health delivery.

Qualifications

• Active Oregon RN or LPN license.
• Associates degree or practical nursing diploma or program.
• 2+ years in Medicaid-funded case management or care coordination.
• Experience working with diverse backgrounds and marginalized communities.
• Training in health disparities and equitable health outcomes.
• Cultural competencies and ability to provide culturally appropriate care.
• Experience communicating with non-English speakers or sign language users.
• Engagement with underserved communities in health planning and goals.

Responsibilities

• Provide care coordination for beneficiaries, ensuring clinical knowledge and performance by the care team.
• Foster a caring leadership mindset in the care management process.
• Coordinate beneficiary care across social, physical, vision, dental, behavioral, pharmacy, and preventative services.
• Use independent judgment to address barriers to diagnosis, social needs, or treatment progress.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to meet beneficiary needs and participate in IDT meetings.
• Educate beneficiaries about community resources and advocate on their behalf.
• Complete health and social assessments for care planning using motivational interviewing and equity principles.
• Establish a collaborative process of assessment, planning, facilitation, care coordination, and advocacy.

Skills

Care coordination

Cultural competence

Communication with diverse populations

HIPAA compliance

Education

Associates degree or practical nursing diploma

Job description

Company Overview

Acentra Health exists to empower better health outcomes through technology, services, and clinical expertise. Our mission is to innovate health solutions that deliver maximum value and impact.

Lead the Way is our rallying cry at Acentra Health. Think of it as an open invitation to embrace the mission of the company; to actively engage in problem-solving; and to take ownership of your work every day. Acentra Health offers you unparalleled opportunities. In fact, you have all you need to take charge of your career and accelerate better outcomes – making this a great time to join our team of passionate individuals dedicated to being a vital partner for health solutions in the public sector.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Acentra seeks a Case Manager (LPN or RN) to join our growing team.

Job Summary:

The Case Manager will contribute to enhancing the company’s success through personalized care planning, ensuring optimal outcomes and compliance with payer standards. Their collaboration with healthcare team members strengthens the overall effectiveness of care delivery, while their expertise in coordinating diverse beneficiary needs reflects the company's commitment to overall well-being.

This position is remote. However, applicants must reside within the state of Oregon.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide care coordination/care management for beneficiaries, ensuring a high level of clinical knowledge and performance by the clinical team
• Foster a caring philosophy in leadership and all aspects of the care management process
• Manage the care of beneficiaries through the healthcare system based on their individual needs for social, physical, vision, dental, behavioral, pharmacy, and preventative health services
• Use independent judgment and discretion to address and proactively resolve barriers impeding diagnostic, social or treatment progress
• Interact and collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team, including physicians, nurses, case managers, OHA staff, and social workers/educators to ensure as well as participate in IDT meetings beneficiary needs and preferences for health services/information are shared
• Educate beneficiaries about community resources/options and advocate on behalf of the beneficiary
• Complete health and social assessments for the purposes of care planning using motivational interviewing, trauma informed care and equity principles for all engagements
• Establish a collaborative process of assessment, planning, facilitation, care coordination, evaluation, and advocacy for options to meet an individual’s and family’s comprehensive health needs through communication and available resources to promote quality outcomes
• Maintain operational requirements for caseload management, securing PHI, working from a plan of care, documentation standards, and other program standards
• Maintain strict standards for client confidentiality and client-related information
• Comply with all organizational, state, and federal regulations and policies on confidentiality
• Prepare documentation, status updates, event notifications, and other documentation regarding beneficiaries in accordance with regulatory requirements and company policies and procedures
• Monitor case load to ensure all required documentation, plan of care, and entry of assessment results into a web-based database are completed accurately and promptly
• Pursue ongoing education, certification, and self-development to remain current with case management standards
• Read, understand, and adhere to all corporate policies including policies related to HIPAA and its Privacy and Security Rules
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Qualifications/Experience:

• Current, active and unrestricted Oregon Registered Nursing (RN) or Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) license
• Associate's degree or practical nursing diploma or practical nursing certificate program, in accordance with state requirements
• 2+ years in Medicaid-funded case management or care coordination
• Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and marginalized communities
• Have training and experience in addressing health disparities and promoting equitable health outcomes
• Have training on and experience with integrating cultural competencies and are capable of providing culturally appropriate care
• Experience in communicating with individuals who have a primary language other than English and those with limited English proficiency or who use sign language
• Experience in actively engaging underserved communities and individuals in their own health care planning and goals

Preferred Qualifications/Experience:

• Certified Case Manager (CCM)
• Biilingual in English/Spanish
• 2+ years clinical experience
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities, adapt to changing demands, and maintain professionalism and dependability under pressure
• Demonstrated initiative, sound judgment, and effective decision-making skills in performing job responsibilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders and facilitate meetings
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Ability to research, identify, and apply appropriate standard of care
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying informed on regulatory changes

Why us?

We are a team of experienced and caring leaders, clinicians, pioneering technologists, and industry professionals who come together to redefine expectations for the healthcare industry. State and federal healthcare agencies, providers, and employers turn to us as their vital partner to ensure better healthcare and improve health outcomes.

We do this through our people.

You will have meaningful work that genuinely improves people's lives across the country. We are a company that cares about our employees, and we give you the tools and encouragement you need to achieve the finest work of your career.

Benefits

Benefits are a key component of your rewards package. Our benefits are designed to provide you with additional protection, security, and support for both your career and your life away from work. Our benefits include comprehensive health plans, paid time off, retirement savings, corporate wellness, educational assistance, corporate discounts, and more.

Thank You!

We know your time is valuable and we thank you for applying for this position. Due to the high volume of applicants, only those who are chosen to advance in our interview process will be contacted. We sincerely appreciate your interest in Acentra Health and invite you to apply to future openings that may be of interest. Best of luck in your search!

~ The Acentra Health Talent Acquisition Team

Visit us at https://careers.acentra.com/jobs

EEO AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Acentra Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

Experience in Lieu of Degree

For non-clinical roles, or when not required by the contract specifically, the Company acknowledges that practical, hands‑on experience can provide skills and competencies equivalent to formal education. As such, in cases where a Bachelor's degree may be required, the Company will accept a minimum of six (6) years of directly relevant professional experience in lieu of a degree. In instances where the candidate has an Associate's degree, the Company will accept a minimum of three (3) years of directly relevant professional experience in lieu of the Bachelor's degree.

Compensation

The pay for this position is listed below.

Based on our compensation philosophy, an applicant’s position placement in the pay range will depend on various considerations, such as years of applicable experience and skill level.

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Pay Range

USD $67,300.00 - USD $93,050.00 /Yr.