Registered Nurse Case Manager Jobs in California
Registered Nurse Case Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in managed care organizations, large hospital systems, and workers' compensation with demand at every level from newly licensed RNs through senior case managers overseeing complex patient panels. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego are the top hiring metros, anchored by employers such as Kaiser Permanente, Anthem Blue Cross of California, and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. The most sought-after specialties are utilization review, transitions of care, and workers' compensation case management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Sep 14, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 2
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Registered Nurse - Case Manager for an ambulatory case management role requiring an active CA RN license and Epic EMR experience.
Details
- Ambulatory case management setting within a hospital system
- Day shift schedule, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- 13-week contract assignment
- No weekend, on-call, or floating requirements
Requirements
- Active CA RN license required in-hand at time of application (EMSA license not accepted)
- Current BLS certification required
- Minimum 1 year of case management/utilization review experience
- Minimum 1 year of acute care setting experience
- Epic EMR experience required and must be documented in work history
- Must pass EKG exam (up to 3 attempts allowed)
- Two supervisor references required
Additional Information
- Responsibilities include care coordination, plan of care development, and disability case management
- Performs utilization review functions including concurrent review, medical necessity review, pre-certification review, and prior authorization review
- Experience in surgical services or women's services specialty units is a plus
- First-time travelers may be considered for this role
- No RTO permitted within the first two weeks of the assignment
- Maximum 7 days of RTO per 13-week contract preferred, and all RTO must be submitted with the initial application and cannot be changed afterward
- Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate
- Previous employees must have been separated for at least 1 year to be eligible to return as a traveler
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Sep 14, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 2
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Registered Nurse - Case Manager for an ambulatory case management role requiring an active CA RN license and Epic EMR experience.
Details
- Ambulatory case management setting within a hospital system
- Day shift schedule, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- 13-week contract assignment
- No weekend, on-call, or floating requirements
Requirements
- Active CA RN license required in-hand at time of application (EMSA license not accepted)
- Current BLS certification required
- Minimum 1 year of case management/utilization review experience
- Minimum 1 year of acute care setting experience
- Epic EMR experience required and must be documented in work history
- Must pass EKG exam (up to 3 attempts allowed)
- Two supervisor references required
Additional Information
- Responsibilities include care coordination, plan of care development, and disability case management
- Performs utilization review functions including concurrent review, medical necessity review, pre-certification review, and prior authorization review
- Experience in surgical services or women's services specialty units is a plus
- First-time travelers may be considered for this role
- No RTO permitted within the first two weeks of the assignment
- Maximum 7 days of RTO per 13-week contract preferred, and all RTO must be submitted with the initial application and cannot be changed afterward
- Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate
- Previous employees must have been separated for at least 1 year to be eligible to return as a traveler
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Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Registered Nurse Case Manager Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Anchor Health24A
- Voyage Health15V
- Sutter Health14
- 21st Century Home Health Services10
- American Traveler9
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services19
- Education1
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals1
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in registered nurse case manager jobs across California.
- Active California Registered Nurse license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing
- Minimum two years of clinical nursing experience in an acute care or managed care setting
- CCM certification from the Commission for Case Manager Certification preferred or required
- Demonstrated experience with utilization review, discharge planning, or transitions-of-care coordination
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Strong knowledge of Medi-Cal, Medicare, and California managed care plan requirements
Registered Nurse Case Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a registered nurse case manager in California?
You must first hold an active California Registered Nurse license, issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing, which requires completing an accredited nursing program and passing the NCLEX-RN exam. Most California employers then look for at least two years of clinical experience before moving into case management. Earning the Certified Case Manager credential strengthens your candidacy significantly, and many California health plans and hospital systems list it as a preferred qualification.
How much do registered nurse case managers make in California?
Registered nurse case managers in California earn a median of about $140,270 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $101,260 for the lowest 10% to over $213,320 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire registered nurse case managers in California?
Employers hiring registered nurse case managers in California right now include Anchor Health, Voyage Health, and Sutter Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's large integrated health systems and managed care organizations consistently drive the highest volume of openings, particularly for utilization review and complex care coordination roles.
Which California cities have the most registered nurse case manager jobs?
Los Angeles, San Diego, and Fresno have the most registered nurse case manager openings in California. Los Angeles dominates due to its concentration of large managed care plans and academic medical centers, while San Francisco and San Diego draw significant hiring from integrated health systems and regional insurers headquartered in those metros.
Are there remote registered nurse case manager jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most nursing roles. About 39% of registered nurse case manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how much of the work involves telephonic care coordination and documentation rather than bedside care. Utilization review and telephonic disease management positions are the most consistently remote sub-areas within this role.
How can I get hired as a registered nurse case manager in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is transitioning from a discharge planning or care coordination role within a California hospital. Kaiser Permanente and Sutter Health both run internal care transitions programs that onboard RNs with limited case management experience. Starting as a discharge planner or utilization review nurse builds the documentation and payer-navigation skills California managed care employers look for. Completing a case management certification course while in that bridge role gives your application a meaningful edge.
Where can I find and apply to registered nurse case manager jobs in California?
You can find and apply to registered nurse case manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across health systems, managed care organizations, and workers' compensation carriers. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the ones that match.
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