RN Care Manager: Care Coordination & Transitions

UNC Health; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Care Manager RN at UNC Health in Chapel Hill (and nearby Mebane) coordinates comprehensive care for patients in primary care settings. You will perform risk assessments, develop patient-centered care plans, and work with clinicians, patients, and families to improve outcomes.

This role emphasizes care transitions, payer communication, documentation, and participation in quality improvement. A North Carolina RN license and 2+ years of experience are required, with BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a registered nurse.
• Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina.
• BSN preferred or enrolled in accredited program within 4 years of employment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive care manager assessments using standardized tools and nursing knowledge.
• Develop individualized, evidence-based care plans aligned with patient goals and values.
• Identify barriers to care and coordinate appropriate interventions.
• Coordinate tasks and interventions with the care team and community resources.
• Facilitate care transitions across healthcare settings to ensure continuity.
• Document and bill for services; ensure coding and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to meet organizational goals.

Skills

Risk segmentation

Patient assessments

Patient-centered care planning

Care transitions

Payer communication

EHR proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Graduation from a state accredited school of professional nursing

BSN preferred or enrolled in accredited program within 4 years of employment and obtain degree within 7 years

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

The Care Manager RN at UNC Health in Chapel Hill (and nearby Mebane) coordinates comprehensive care for patients in primary care settings. You will perform risk assessments, develop patient-centered care plans, and work with clinicians, patients, and families to improve outcomes.

This role emphasizes care transitions, payer communication, documentation, and participation in quality improvement. A North Carolina RN license and 2+ years of experience are required, with BSN preferred.