Clinical - Care Manager; RN; J01007

Title:
Care Manager RN
Payrate : $40-45/hr on W2
Travel:
Up to 75% across Central/Northwest Kansas counties
Duration: 3+ Temp-to-Perm; possibility of extension/conversion

Schedule:

Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM CST; occasional evening hours as needed

The Care Manager RN provides complex care management and coordination for foster care members enrolled in Medicaid/Kan Care. The role focuses on clinical assessments, individualized care plans, member education, and coordination of medical, behavioral health, and community-based services.

• Conduct member assessments, including HRAs, telephonic outreach, and in-person/home visits.
• Complete required 48-hour visits following placement changes and 7-day IDT meetings.
• Develop, monitor, and update individualized care plans/Plans of Service.
• Coordinate services with members, families, providers, DCF, schools, foster families, and community resources.
• Identify barriers to care and connect members with appropriate healthcare and HCBS resources.
• Monitor member status, care-plan progress, and changing needs.
• Provide education regarding healthcare, treatment options, referrals, and benefits.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with Medicaid, state, and contractual requirements.
• Manage assigned caseload and meet required visit, outreach, and documentation timelines.

• Degree from an accredited School of Nursing; behavioral health/social work education may also be considered.
• Active RN license; LMSW/LCSW may be considered based on requirements.
• RN with behavioral health experience or social work experience with 1 2 years of child welfare experience.
• Experience with foster care/child welfare and care coordination required.
• Strong clinical assessment, documentation, communication, and organizational skills.
• HCBS waiver experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license required due to field travel.

• Medicaid/Kan Care
• Foster care care management
• Child welfare/DCF
• HCBS waivers, including IDD, SED, Frail & Elderly, or Autism
• Community-based care coordination