Nurse Care Manager: Chronic Disease Navigator

Nhbpi; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 73,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

FSA

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

401K with match

PTO accrual starting at hire

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Wellness programs

NHBP activities

Job summary

NHBP is seeking a Nurse Care Manager in Battle Creek, MI to lead outpatient care delivery and quality improvement for patients with chronic diseases. You will support Medical Providers and work with a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.

You will educate patients, coordinate referrals, review charts, and assist with insurance pre-authorizations while ensuring HIPAA compliance and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license issued by the State of Michigan.
• Two years nursing experience.
• Knowledge of general clinical and public/community health nursing principles.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license with good driving record; travel may be required.
• Must complete background check and drug screen per NHBP standards.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to become certified.
• Maintain strict confidentiality per HIPAA requirements.
• Schedule flexibility as needed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word/Excel and related software.

Responsibilities

• Develops disease specific registries for chronic illnesses.
• Performs chart reviews and data collection.
• Manages a caseload with prioritization and coverage during absences.
• Educates and coaches patients and families on health maintenance.
• Coordinates patient care with health professionals and agencies.
• Collaborates with Community Health Representative to coordinate care needs.
• Maintains referral orders for Nurse Care Manager services.
• Assists with insurance prior authorizations for care coordination.
• Conducts comprehensive needs assessments for Nurse Care Manager services.
• Interprets patient information and guides actions.

Skills

RN license

Care coordination

Patient education

HIPAA compliant

EMR proficiency

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

NHBP is seeking a Nurse Care Manager in Battle Creek, MI to lead outpatient care delivery and quality improvement for patients with chronic diseases. You will support Medical Providers and work with a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.

You will educate patients, coordinate referrals, review charts, and assist with insurance pre-authorizations while ensuring HIPAA compliance and professional standards.