Senior Nurse, Care Management — Hybrid/Remote Leader

Blue Shield of CA; Springfield Meadows (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Blue Shield of California is seeking a Care Management professional to lead complex and high-risk cases, applying advanced clinical judgment to assess medical necessity and develop cost-effective care plans aligned with benefit requirements. You will collaborate with providers, medical directors, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and support discharge planning.

The role requires ongoing reassessment of care plans, knowledge of evidence-based guidelines for chronic conditions, and

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing required or master's degree in relevant field for non-RN licensure.
• 5 years of experience in nursing, healthcare, or a related clinical field.
• 3 years of managed care experience preferred.
• Certified Case Manager (CCM) is preferred.
• Ability to independently assess, evaluate, and interpret complex clinical information and care plans.
• Advanced knowledge of evidence based clinical practice guidelines, particularly for chronic conditions.
• Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards including CMS, DHCS, URAC, NCQA, DMHC, MHPAEA, and CA SB 855 is preferred.
• Knowledge of coordination of care, government and commercial regulations, prior authorization processes, and level of care and length of stay criteria is preferred.

Responsibilities

• The Care Management team independently manages complex and high-risk care management cases by applying advanced clinical judgment to assess medical necessity, develop cost-effective care plans, and support quality outcomes aligned with benefit and contract requirements.
• You will collaborate with providers, medical directors, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care, support discharge planning, evaluate barriers to care, and ensure members receive appropriate referrals and continuity of treatment.
• This position also requires ongoing reassessment of care plans, awareness of healthcare trends and clinical guidelines, and the ability to participate in a rotating evening and weekend on-call schedule.

Skills

Nursing

Clinical assessment

Care coordination

Evidence-based guidelines

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Master's degree in relevant field (non-RN)

Job description

Blue Shield of California is seeking a Care Management professional to lead complex and high-risk cases, applying advanced clinical judgment to assess medical necessity and develop cost-effective care plans aligned with benefit requirements. You will collaborate with providers, medical directors, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and support discharge planning.

The role requires ongoing reassessment of care plans, knowledge of evidence-based guidelines for chronic conditions, and