RN Case Manager

DaVita Kidney Care

. Coordinate and facilitate quality, cost-effective care for ESRD and CKD patients .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeBuffalo • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,000 - $114,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in coordinating quality care for ESRD and CKD patients, managing individualized care plans, and implementing CQI techniques. Proficient in utilizing clinical software such as Capella and ensuring positive clinical, financial, and patient satisfaction outcomes.

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Registered Nurse (RN) LicenseCase Management ExperienceCertified Nephrology Nurse (CNN)CQI Techniques KnowledgeHealthcare Performance Coaching

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Hard Skills

Clinical NursingRenal NursingPatient Needs AssessmentIndividualized Care Plans ManagementInterdisciplinary Team CoordinationData ManagementChange Agent ExperienceBasic Computer SkillsProficiency in MS WordProficiency in MS Outlook

Soft Skills

Autonomous WorkCollaborative WorkAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

CapellaDaVita Clinical Software Programs

Certifications & Qualifications

Current CPR CertificationCertified Case Manager (CCM)

Industry Keywords

ESRDCKDHealthcare Delivery SystemQuality Care CoordinationPatient Satisfaction Outcomes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate and facilitate quality, cost-effective care for ESRD and CKD patients
Minimize fragmentation of the healthcare delivery system
Coordinate care among patients, families, physicians, providers, care teams, community resources, and the Regional Operations Manager
Work autonomously and collaboratively with the healthcare team
Travel 3–4 days per week within an assigned territory
Cover Buffalo, NY and surrounding areas
Accommodate patient needs and nephrology partner availability
Assess patient needs and develop and manage individualized care plans
Coordinate services across interdisciplinary teams
Support patients through complex healthcare transitions
Manage clinical, financial, and patient satisfaction outcomes
Apply CQI techniques and healthcare performance coaching
Implement new/electronic processes using Capella

Requirements

What you’ll need

A.D.N degree from an accredited school of nursing required; B.S.N preferred
Three-year diploma from an accredited diploma program may be substituted for nursing degree
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice required
Continuing education credits maintained as required by state of practice required
Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in clinical nursing strongly preferred
Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in renal nursing preferred
Case management experience required, or 3 or more years of experience assessing patient needs, developing and managing individualized care plans, coordinating services across interdisciplinary teams, and supporting patients through complex healthcare transitions
Certified Nephrology Nurse (CNN) or Certified Case Manager (CCM) preferred
Knowledge of data and managing clinical, financial, and patient satisfaction outcomes
Experience as a change agent
Knowledge of CQI techniques
Previous experience in healthcare performance coaching required
Current CPR certification required
Ability to adapt to new/electronic processes and increased productivity expectations for Capella implementation
Current driver’s license in the state employed, positive driving record, and ability to meet insurance coverage requirements required
Basic computer skills and proficiency in MS Word and Outlook required
Functional proficiency with DaVita clinical software programs, including Capella, required within 90 days of employment
Home office with internet connectivity of at least 1MB upload and 1MB download speed required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) match
Paid time off
PTO cash out
Family resources
EAP counseling sessions
Headspace® access
Backup child and elder care
Maternity/paternity leave
Professional development programs
On-demand virtual leadership and development courses through StarLearning
Competitive total rewards package
Healthcare coverage