Case Manager RN
Listed compensation
$51.58-$77.36/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
Evaluates the clinical status of patients using evidence based criteria to determine medical necessity for hospitalization, clinical progression and continued acute care needs. Utilizes information about clinical condition, prior level of functioning and anticipated treatment plan to support a safe, smooth transition to other levels of care.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduate of a nursing program, leading to RN licensure.
Experience
Three years’ acute hospital experience preferred. Experience in utilization review, discharge planning and/or case management is preferred. For Per Diem positions 1-2 years previous acute inpatient adult case management experience is required.
Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of common disease processes, knowledge of health care delivery systems, demonstrates understanding of common reimbursement methodologies. Able to manage competing priorities and effectively prioritizes work.
License and Certifications: Current RN licensure in the State of California and a current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS card are required.
Equipment: Basic computer skills with working knowledge of Word. Willingness to learn all aspects of the Business Services, Case Management, Emergency Department and hospital wide electronic medical record systems.
Physical Requirements: Must be able to perform the essential physcial requirements of the job as noted in the job description.
Pay Range
$51.58 - $77.36
The posted pay range reflects the lowest to highest pay that was available for this position at the time of posting and may be subject to change. Salary offers are determined by candidate’s relevant experience and skills. For per diem positions, a standard rate is used based on market data and not the candidate’s individual experience.
Key Responsibilities
Evaluates the clinical status of patients to determine medical necessity for hospitalization and continued acute care. Facilitates safe transitions to other levels of care by coordinating with clinical teams and treatment plans.
Requirements
Requires a nursing degree and current RN licensure in the State of California. Three years of acute hospital experience is preferred, along with proficiency in case management or utilization review.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Case Management — Registered Nurse Career Context
Of the 40 active Nurse Case Manager listings this role was benchmarked against, 23% are remote, 53% have no call, 57% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$134k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $121k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $107k–$161k | Nurse Case Manager median $137k (middle half $119k–$178k)44 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$121k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Nurse Case Manager listings in California | 407 active | 5,780 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 23% remote · 53% no call · 57% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | California Registered Nurse listings: 11% state a sign-on bonus (median $9k) · 4% offer loan repayment407 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Case Management listings | 751 in the last 30 days | 342 the 30 days before (+120%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
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