Nurse Case Manager: Care Coordination Expert

Kaiser Permanente; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in California is seeking an experienced Case Manager to support a caseload of low- to medium‑risk patients. You will interview patients and caregivers to assess needs, goals, and current services, and develop a client‑focused care plan with the healthcare team that aligns with regulatory and regional guidelines.

Responsibilities include coordinating resources and services to ensure continuity and quality of care, obtaining authorizations, monitoring progress toward treatment

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field.
• RN license in California at hire.
• Experience in inpatient/outpatient case management and care coordination.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients and caregivers to assess needs, goals, and services.
• Develop client-focused care plans with the healthcare team and ensure medical necessity and appropriate level of care.
• Coordinate resources and services to ensure continuity and quality of care.
• Obtain authorizations and monitor progress toward treatment milestones.
• Document patient information in medical records and communicate updates to the team.

Skills

Case management

Care coordination

Documentation

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field

Registered Nurse License (California)

Certified Case Manager (CCM)

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in California is seeking an experienced Case Manager to support a caseload of low- to medium‑risk patients. You will interview patients and caregivers to assess needs, goals, and current services, and develop a client‑focused care plan with the healthcare team that aligns with regulatory and regional guidelines.

Responsibilities include coordinating resources and services to ensure continuity and quality of care, obtaining authorizations, monitoring progress toward treatment