Field Nurse Care Manager

Unicity Care Management

. Manage a small caseload of private‑pay clients as the primary RN point of contact for clients and families in their homes or in Independent Living, Assisted Living, or Nursing Facilities.

Posted 9/19/2026full-timeRochelle Park • New Jersey • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $95,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing care for older adults, including conducting comprehensive assessments, developing individualized care plans, and coordinating with healthcare providers. Proficient in crisis intervention and effective communication with clients and families to ensure quality of life and safety.

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Licensed Registered Nurse (RN)Care ManagementClinical JudgmentCommunication SkillsAssessment and Documentation

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Hard Skills

Fall Risk AssessmentMini-Mental Status ExaminationDepression ScreeningChronic Disease ManagementMedication Oversight

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingOrganizationSelf-DirectionEmotional SupportCrisis Intervention

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Nurse License

Industry Keywords

Home HealthAssisted LivingIndependent LivingNursing FacilitiesCommunity Resources

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage a small caseload of private‑pay clients as the primary RN point of contact for clients and families in their homes or in Independent Living, Assisted Living, or Nursing Facilities.
Perform in‑depth medical, psychosocial, environmental, functional, legal, and family-dynamics assessments.
Complete and interpret Fall Risk Assessments, Mini-Mental Status Examinations, and Depression Screenings.
Identify safety issues, changes in condition, and gaps in care; proactively intervene and escalate when appropriate.
Develop individualized plans of care focused on safety, chronic disease management, medication oversight, independence, and quality of life.
Recommend and coordinate home health, therapy, PCP and specialist follow-up, durable medical equipment, in-home support, and community resources.
Collaborate with hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living and memory care staff, physicians, and other medical providers on transitions of care.
Communicate with attorneys, financial planners, Meals on Wheels, and other community partners.
Conduct regular home or facility visits and update care plans as needs change.
Provide emotional support, education, and counseling regarding diagnosis, prognosis, care options, and advance planning.
Offer crisis intervention for falls, hospitalizations, sudden decline, and caregiver burnout.
Meet with prospective clients, families, and referral sources to explain RN-led care management services.
Provide back-up support to fellow Care Managers.
Document assessments, care plans, communications, and interventions; track time for billing and communication.
Participate in nursing and care management education, continuing education opportunities, and networking events.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) with a passion for working with older adults and their families.
Comfortable using clinical judgment in a community/field‑based setting rather than in acute care.
A strong communicator who can translate medical information into clear, actionable plans for families.
Organized and self‑directed, able to manage a mobile schedule, documentation, and follow‑up.
A relationship‑builder who enjoys collaborating with physicians, facilities, and community partners.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company sponsored Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision)
Voluntary life insurance, Short Term Disability, AD&D insurance
401K with company match
15+ PTO days a year/ paid company holidays
Company cell phone & Company Computer
Hybrid position with flexible schedule
Mileage and Tolls reimbursement