Senior Complex Case Manager - Pediatric (RN) (Temporary)

Registered NurseContract

Listed compensation

$46-$63/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Job Description

Our Commitment to a Human Hiring Process

We believe every candidate deserves thoughtful consideration. That’s why we do not use AI or automated systems to review applications. Every application is reviewed by a real human member of our team. Because we take the time to give each submission the attention it deserves, our review process may take a little longer — and we genuinely appreciate your patience as we work through applications carefully and respectfully.

Service Area Preference

While we encourage all interested applicants to apply, we do give priority to those who live in, or near, our service counties: Santa Cruz, Monterey, Merced, San Benito, and Mariposa. Our mission of accessible, quality health care guided by local innovation leads everything we do, and having team members who are connected to the communities we serve strengthens our ability to deliver on that commitment.

About This TEMP Position

This is a temporary position. The length of the assignment is estimated to go from September 2026 through December 2026, but this is always dependent on business need, and these dates may change. While the assignment would be at the Alliance, you would be an employee of a temporary employment agency that we would connect you with if hired for this position. This is a full-time (40 hours/week) temporary assignment.

What You'll Be Responsible For

Reporting to a Complex Case Management Supervisor - Pediatric (RN), this position:

Develops and manages an individualized comprehensive plan of care for members referred into the assigned Case Management Program with the goal of promoting optimal, achievable outcomes in the most cost effective and appropriate manner

Works with and educates members, families, providers, external agencies and internal departments on the Case Management Program and provides assistance as needed

Participates in Quality Improvement studies, to continually evaluate the program’s effectiveness and ability in promoting quality driven, cost effective, achievable goals and outcomes for members

What You'll Need to Be Successful

To read the full position description and list of requirements, click here.

Knowledge Of

  • The principles and practices of clinical nursing
  • The principles and practices of case management
  • Care management and coordination
  • Evidence-based practice guidelines in the development of care plans
  • CCS Program and related regulations

Ability To

  • Demonstrate strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Interpret and apply policies and regulations
  • Define issues, conduct research, interpret data, and identify and evaluate options
  • Evaluate medical records and other health care data

Education and Experience

Current unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse issued by the State of California

Associate's degree in Nursing and a minimum of five years of experience in a patient care setting, including at least on year of case management experience, a minimum one year of the require patient care experience must be in an acute or outpatient environment, working with the pediatric population; or an equivalent combination of education and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be qualifying

Other Information

We are in a hybrid work environment and we anticipate that the interview process will take place remotely via Microsoft Teams.

While some staff may work full telecommuting schedules, attendance at quarterly company-wide events or department meetings will be expected.

In-office or in-community presence may be required for some positions and is dependent on business need. Details about this can be reviewed during the interview process.

This is a temporary position and does not provide the benefits that are listed below (it is standard language from our regular job posts and cannot be altered or removed). Temporary employees on assignment at the Alliance will be connected to a staffing agency with separate benefit options.

Compensation Information

Zone 1 Pay Range: $49.00 - $63.00

Typical areas in Zone 1: Santa Cruz, San Benito, and Monterey Counties, Bay Area, Sacramento, Los Angeles and San Diego areas

Zone 2 Pay Range: $46.00 - $59.00

Typical areas in Zone 2: Mariposa and Merced Counties, Fresno area, Bakersfield, Eastern California, San Luis Obispo area, and the Central Valley (except Sacramento)

The applicable salary ranges are based on work location and are aligned to a zone according to the cost of labor in your area. All ranges are subject to change in the future. We are happy to answer any questions that you have or share the applicable pay zone for your location if it’s not one of the typical areas listed. You can reach out to careers@thealliance.health, and a member from our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch.

The posted hiring ranges represent a good‑faith estimate of what a temporary employee would be paid on this assignment. Final compensation will be determined by our compensation philosophy, analysis of the selected candidate's qualifications (direct or transferable experience related to the position, education, or training), as well as other factors (internal equity, market factors, and geographic location).

Our Benefits

Available for all regular Alliance employees working more than 30 hours per week. Some benefits are available on a pro-rated basis for part-time employees. These benefits are unavailable to temporary employees while on an assignment with the Alliance.

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
  • Ample Paid Time Off
  • 12 Paid Holidays per year
  • 401(a) Retirement Plan
  • 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
  • Robust Health and Wellness Program
  • Onsite EV Charging Stations

About Us

We are a group of over 500 dedicated employees, committed to our mission of providing accessible, quality health care that is guided by local innovation. We feel that our work is bigger than ourselves. We leave work each day knowing that we made a difference in the community around us.

Join us at Central California Alliance for Health (the Alliance), where you will be part of a culture that is respectful, diverse, professional and fun, and where you are empowered to do your best work. As a regional non-profit health plan, we serve members in Mariposa, Merced, Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz counties. To learn more about us, take a look at our Fact Sheet.

The Alliance is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. We are an E-Verify participating employer

At this time the Alliance does not provide any type of sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, ongoing basis without current or future needs for any type of employer supported or provided sponsorship.

Key Responsibilities

Develops and manages individualized comprehensive care plans for pediatric members to promote optimal health outcomes. Collaborates with families, providers, and internal departments to ensure effective case management and quality improvement.

Requirements

Requires a current unrestricted Registered Nurse license in California and an Associate's degree in Nursing. Candidates must have at least five years of patient care experience, including one year of case management and one year of pediatric experience.

Qualifications

Education
Associate degree
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Care coordinationData interpretationMedical records evaluationPediatric careRegulatory complianceCare planning

Pediatrics — Registered Nurse Career Context

Of the 30 active Nurse Case Manager listings this role was benchmarked against, 47% are remote, 63% have no call, 67% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$113k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $102k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

How many Nurse Case Manager jobs are remote?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$96k–$131kNurse Case Manager median $123k (middle half $114k–$139k)34 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$102k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Nurse Case Manager listings in California436 active5,928 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 47% remote · 63% no call · 67% no weekends30 benchmarked listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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About Central California Alliance for Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Scotts Valley, CA
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Temporary position - benefits not provided