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Nurse Care Manager

Job in Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, 70873, USA
Listing for: Health eCareers
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-07
Job specializations:
  • Nursing
    Healthcare Nursing, Nurse Practitioner
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Company Overview

Upward Health is an in-home, multidisciplinary medical group providing 24/7 whole-person care. Our clinical team treats physical, behavioral, and social health needs when and where a patient needs help. Everyone on our team from our doctors, nurses, and Care Specialists to our HR, Technology, and Business Services staff are driven by a desire to improve the lives of our patients. We are able to treat a wide range of needs – everything from addressing poorly controlled blood sugar to combatting anxiety to accessing medically tailored meals – because we know that health requires care for the whole person.

It’s no wonder 98% of patients report being fully satisfied with Upward Health!

Company Overview

Upward Health is an in-home, multidisciplinary medical group providing 24/7 whole-person care. Our clinical team treats physical, behavioral, and social health needs when and where a patient needs help. Everyone on our team from our doctors, nurses, and Care Specialists to our HR, Technology, and Business Services staff are driven by a desire to improve the lives of our patients. We are able to treat a wide range of needs – everything from addressing poorly controlled blood sugar to combatting anxiety to accessing medically tailored meals – because we know that health requires care for the whole person.

It’s no wonder 98% of patients report being fully satisfied with Upward Health!

Job Title &

Role Description

The Nurse Care Manager is responsible for telephonic care coordination of high-risk patients who require comprehensive care plans addressing chronic conditions. The Nurse Care Manager works with a multidisciplinary Care Team Pod, collaborating to ensure optimal health outcomes for patients through personalized care plans, self-management, and disease prevention. This role focuses on care transitions, particularly for patients discharged from inpatient settings, and involves telephonic outreach, medication reconciliation, and ensuring continuity of care across the healthcare ecosystem.

The Nurse Care Manager acts as an advocate for patients and ensures the integration of services across providers, hospitals, and outpatient services.

Skills Required

  • Registered nursing license (unrestricted)
  • Expertise in care management and coordination across healthcare providers
  • Strong communication skills for patient and caregiver education
  • Ability to conduct telephonic assessments, care plans, and medication reconciliation
  • Experience with EHR systems and real-time documentation
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple patient cases
  • Critical thinking and decision-making skills in developing care plans
  • Proficient in using digital tools for care coordination and communication
Key Behaviors

Patient-Centered Care:

Develops strong relationships with patients and caregivers, advocating for their needs and ensuring they understand and follow their care plans.

Collaboration

Works effectively with the multidisciplinary Care Team Pod to ensure seamless care across all providers and services.

Proactive Communication

Actively reaches out to patients and caregivers within 48 hours of discharge to ensure smooth transitions and minimize gaps in care.

Advocacy And Education

Provides clear, compassionate education to patients and families about treatment options and ensures patients are empowered to manage their health.

Care Coordination

Ensures that care is effectively coordinated across multiple providers, institutions, and services, particularly during transitions of care.

Time Management

Effectively manages patient caseloads, balancing multiple tasks while adhering to deadlines and care plans.

Problem Solving

Identifies potential gaps in care, resolves issues through collaboration with providers, and works to optimize patient outcomes.

Confidentiality

Maintains patient confidentiality and follows HIPAA regulations to ensure privacy in all interactions.

Cultural Competence

Demonstrates respect for diversity, ensuring culturally sensitive care that meets the…
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