Nurse Case Manager I

Elevance Health (Anthem); Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Elevance Health is seeking a Nurse Case Manager I to perform care management for members with complex health needs. The role includes telephonic and on-site discharge planning, coordinating resources, and developing personalized care plans.

Requirements include a BA/BS in a health-related field, 3+ years of clinical experience, and an active RN license. Multistate licensure is required if working across states. Certification as a Case Manager is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires BA/BS in a health related field and minimum of 3 years of clinical experience.
• Current, unrestricted RN license in applicable state(s) required.
• Multi-state licensure is required if this individual is providing services in multiple states.
• Certification as a Case Manager is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs care management within the scope of licensure for members with complex and chronic care needs by assessing, developing, implementing, coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating care plans.
• Conducts assessments to identify individual needs and a specific care management plan to address objectives and goals as identified during assessment.
• Implements care plan by facilitating authorizations/referrals as appropriate within benefits structure or through extra-contractual arrangements.
• Coordinates internal and external resources to meet identified needs.
• Monitors and evaluates effectiveness of the care management plan and modifies as necessary.
• Interfaces with Medical Directors and Physician Advisors on the development of care management treatment plans.
• Negotiates rates of reimbursement, as applicable.
• Assists in problem solving with providers, claims or service issues.

Education

BA/BS in a health-related field

Job description

Anticipated End Date: 2026-11-07

Position Title: Nurse Case Manager I

Location

This role enables associates to work virtually full-time, with the exception of required in-person training sessions, providing maximum flexibility and autonomy. This approach promotes productivity, supports work-life integration, and ensures essential face-to-face onboarding and skill development. Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law. Alternate locations may be considered.

AmeriBen is a proud member of the Elevance Health family of companies. We are a third-party administrator (TPA) of medical benefits, also providing medical management, human resource consulting and retirement benefits administration services.

The Nurse Case Manager I is responsible for performing care management within the scope of licensure for members with complex and chronic care needs by assessing, developing, implementing, coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating care plans designed to optimize member health care across the care continuum. Performs duties telephonically or on-site such as at hospitals for discharge planning.

How you will make an impact

• Ensures member access to services appropriate to their health needs.
• Conducts assessments to identify individual needs and a specific care management plan to address objectives and goals as identified during assessment.
• Implements care plan by facilitating authorizations/referrals as appropriate within benefits structure or through extra-contractual arrangements.
• Coordinates internal and external resources to meet identified needs.
• Monitors and evaluates effectiveness of the care management plan and modifies as necessary.
• Interfaces with Medical Directors and Physician Advisors on the development of care management treatment plans.
• Negotiates rates of reimbursement, as applicable.
• Assists in problem solving with providers, claims or service issues.

Minimum Requirements

• Requires BA/BS in a health related field and minimum of 3 years of clinical experience; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.
• Current, unrestricted RN license in applicable state(s) required.
• Multi-state licensure is required if this individual is providing services in multiple states.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification as a Case Manager is preferred.
• Previous experience with utilization review and/or prior authorization.
• Clinical case management experience in an inpatient or outpatient setting.
• Ability to talk, type and critically think at the same time.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills when interacting with members.
• Experience with (Microsoft Office) and/or ability to learn new computer programs/systems/software quickly.
• Ability to manage, review and respond to emails/instant messages in a timely fashion.
• Excellent collaboration, communication and teamwork skills.

Job Level: Non-Management Exempt

Workshift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

Job Family: MED > Licensed Nurse

Who We Are

Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities - and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.

How We Work

At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.

Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.

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