Care Management Nurse

As a Care Management Nurse at The University of Kansas Health System, you will be responsible for providing consistent, high-quality care to our patients. You will collaborate with other members of the health care team to ensure that our patients receive the best possible care and have a positive experience. To be successful in this role, you must possess excellent communication and organizational skills, as well as a passion for patient-centered care. Ultimately, you will help ensure that our patients receive the highest possible quality of care.

1. Assess patient needs and develop individualized care plans that meet those needs.
2. Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as needed.
3. Coordinate and communicate with other healthcare team members to ensure continuity of care.
4. Provide education and support for patients and their families regarding their care plans.
5. Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and laws related to patient care.
6. Provide guidance and direction to support staff and colleagues.
7. Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
8. Ensure all relevant treatments and medications are administered correctly and in a timely manner.
9. Respond to patient inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
10. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and research projects.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Care Management Nurse in Kansas City, KS, USA is $46,800 - $86,400. This salary range includes base salary, bonus, and other compensation.

The University of Kansas Health System, commonly known as KU Med and formerly known as The University of Kansas Hospital, is a nonprofit, academic medical center located in Kansas City, Kansas, United States, with branch hospitals and education centers in Topeka, Kansas, Great Bend, Kansas, and Lawrence, Kansas. It is the region's only nationally verified Level I Trauma Center. In 1998, it became an independent entity that receives no funding from the state of Kansas. The hospital is affiliated with the University of Kansas Medical Center, which comprises the schools of medicine, nursing and allied health. The University of Kansas Health System combines education, research and patient care. Physicians represent more than 200 specialties.