Nurse Case Manager I

IPMG

. Conduct initial and ongoing assessments to identify patient status and individual needs .

Posted 10/3/2026full-timeUnited StatesJunior💰 $87,000 - $112,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in case management, including developing and executing case management plans, conducting assessments, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Proficient in managing short-term disability and workers' compensation cases while ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices.

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Registered Nurse (RN) LicenseCase Management ExperienceClinical ExperienceURAC-Approved Case Manager CertificationMicrosoft Office Suite Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Case ManagementPatient AssessmentCare CoordinationPlan DevelopmentDocumentationTriage IntakeDisability ManagementOutcome MeasurementIntervention ModificationAuthorization Facilitation

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationCustomer ServiceTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteOutlookWordExcel

Certifications & Qualifications

URAC-Approved Case Manager CertificationHealth or Human Services Licensure

Industry Keywords

Short-Term DisabilityWorkers' CompensationHealthcare Team CollaborationBenefit StructuresEvidence-Based Criteria

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct initial and ongoing assessments to identify patient status and individual needs
Promote client self-determination
Identify appropriate providers and facilities across the continuum of services
Use resources and case management interventions to facilitate case management plans
Develop case management plans with consumers and healthcare team members
Identify goals, interventions, resources, reevaluation timeframes, and collaborative approaches
Execute and document case management activities and interventions
Gather information and documentation to determine plan effectiveness
Evaluate and document plan effectiveness and modify plans as appropriate
Measure and modify interventions to determine outcomes
Facilitate authorizations and referrals within benefit structures, contracts, and regulations
Document contacts according to best practices and required templates
Notify claims personnel about anticipated surgeries, benefit exceptions, and significant events
Proactively manage disability durations using evidence-based criteria
Collaborate with patients/injured workers, providers, clients, employers, and internal team members
Perform triage intake and coordinate care according to client instructions
Administer leave and manage short-term disability according to regulations, policies, and plan documents
Primarily support short-term disability and workers’ compensation, with potential group health benefits case management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Current registered nurse (RN) license
1+ years of case management experience with a return-to-work focus
2 years of clinical experience
Two years full-time equivalent of direct clinical care to the consumer
Licensure or certification in a health or human services discipline allowing independent assessment within scope of practice
At least one of: URAC-approved case manager certification; bachelor’s or higher degree in a health or human services-related field; or current RN license
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven customer service skills
Effective time management skills
Computer proficiency, especially Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, Word, and Excel
Willingness to obtain advanced certification when eligible
Willingness to obtain additional state licensure as required by business needs
Occasional travel to clients, the St. Charles, IL headquarters, and business partners
Valid driver’s license required
Availability during core hours of 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday
Successful substance, credit, and criminal background screenings
Successful computer literacy testing

Benefits

Comp & perks

20 days of PTO
Paid holidays
Paid Birthday off
Medical, dental, and vision coverage on day one of full-time employment
Telemedicine if enrolled in the medical plan
401k match
Professional development support
LinkedIn Learning subscription
Flexible hours
Flexible time off
Life insurance on day one of full-time employment, paid for by IPMG
Short-term disability on day one of full-time employment, paid for by IPMG
Long-term disability on day one of full-time employment, paid for by IPMG
Onsite fitness center and showers at the St. Charles, IL headquarters office