Foster Care RN Care Manager (Field-Based)

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

Job summary

Pacer Group is seeking a Care Manager RN to provide complex care management for foster care members enrolled in Medicaid/KanCare. You will conduct clinical assessments, create individualized care plans, educate members, and coordinate medical, behavioral health, and community-based services across Kansas.

The role requires an active RN license, experience in foster care/child welfare, and ability to travel up to 75% to counties in Central/Northwest Kansas.

Qualifications

• RN license active and degree from an accredited nursing program.
• 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 is required.
• Strong clinical assessment, documentation, communication, and organizational skills.
• HCBS waiver experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required due to field travel.

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 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 visit, outreach, and documentation timelines.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

Pacer Group is seeking a Care Manager RN to provide complex care management for foster care members enrolled in Medicaid/KanCare. You will conduct clinical assessments, create individualized care plans, educate members, and coordinate medical, behavioral health, and community-based services across Kansas.

The role requires an active RN license, experience in foster care/child welfare, and ability to travel up to 75% to counties in Central/Northwest Kansas.