Registered Nurse Case Manager Jobs in Iowa
Registered Nurse Case Manager jobs in Iowa concentrate heavily in health systems, managed care organizations, and insurance-affiliated clinical programs, with demand ranging from new case managers to senior utilization review specialists. Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Iowa City generate the largest share of openings, anchored by employers such as UnityPoint Health, MercyOne, and the University of Iowa Health Care. Complex care coordination, transitional care, and chronic disease management are the sub-areas drawing the most consistent hiring activity across the state. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Summary
The Care Ally, Case Manager is a key member of the interdisciplinary care team (ICT). They use a collaborative process of assessment, planning, implementing, coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating options and services required to meet the members health and social needs. They act as a liaison between our Members, their Responsible Parties and/or Power of Attorneys (RP/POAs), Advance Plan Provider/PCP, and key Align Senior Care stakeholders. The Care Ally, Case Manager reports to the Supervisor of Case Management.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
- Executes on strategies and goals set by the Align Senior Care Board of Directors, the Senior Leadership Team, and Executive Director for managing and improving overall Member experience.
- Contacts Plan members to conduct a comprehensive health assessment of the individual, develop a plan of care, and participate in the facilities interdisciplinary care team meeting.
- Serves as health coach to educate the member, the family and/or caregiver, about disease status and treatment, plan benefits, community resources, and resource options.
- Collaborate with members of the interdisciplinary care team and medical director(s) to facilitate appropriate treatment for members.
- Routinely follows up with member as scheduled to assess progress towards goals.
- Communicate with the member and/or caregiver to assist with the development of health goals and identify interventions to achieve these goals.
- Provide patient-centered intervention, such as making and verifying appointments, performing medication and care compliance initiatives.
- Acts as front-line support with Members and their RP/POAs to ensure the needs of the Member are met. Serves as a connection point among Members, their Communities, their Care Team, and Align Senior Care internal departments.
- Regularly engages Align Senior Care Members and RP/POAs in-person or by phone to provide education and assistance with utilizing Align Senior Care benefits. Including but not limited to. checking on upcoming specialist appointments, connecting members to supplemental benefits and providers, identifying immediate Member needs, and answering any questions the Member or RP/POA may have.
- Communicates Member health updates from Care Team to RP/POAs.
- Coordinates with the Care Team for non-urgent health or clinical questions.
- Works directly with internal departments to solve Member Grievances, Utilization Management, and Billing related issues.
- Updates Member and RP/POA contact information such as changes of address, email, or phone numbers.
- Actively supports Account Manager in identifying and securing contracts with "preferred" Providers.
- Assists Members, RP/POAs, and Partner Communities with locating in-network providers and scheduling/facilitation of appointments.
- Assists with (on request of member or APP) coordination of home health and therapy visits, ordering of Durable Medical Equipment, and utilization of supplemental benefits for Members.
- Monitors and, if needed, facilitates care team meetings with facility team, member, responsible parties(s) and the APP/clinical team.
- Ensure documentation of care team meetings and transmits to Plan.
- Monitors care plan updates, facilitates APP and PCP input into care plan, and distributes care plan as needed to care team members.
- Monitors midnight reports/community census to help identify member transitions to hospital or other care levels.
Qualifications
- Ability to work autonomously in a hybrid role, independently manage and schedule field visits, complete documentation, meet deadlines, and follow up consistently.
- Candidates must have access to reliable transportation and be comfortable traveling to assigned facilities an average of 2 to 3 days per week, with the remaining time spent working from a home office.
Education and Experience:
- One (1) year of clinical practice experience in at least one of the following areas: case management, home health, critical care, medical/surgical, discharge planning, or concurrent review.
- Proficiency using basic computer skills in Microsoft Office such as Word, Excel, and Outlook, including the ability to navigate multiple systems and keyboarding.
- Case management certification preferred.
- Long-term care or nursing facility experience preferred.
- Case management certification preferred.
Professional Certification or Licensure:
Candidates must meet one of the following:
- Active, unrestricted RN or LPN license in the state where job duties are performed; OR
- Bachelor’s degree in social work (BSW). A Master of Social Work (MSW) and social-work licensure are preferred but not required.
- The company is unable to provide sponsorship for a visa at this time (H1B or otherwise).
Summary
The Care Ally, Case Manager is a key member of the interdisciplinary care team (ICT). They use a collaborative process of assessment, planning, implementing, coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating options and services required to meet the members health and social needs. They act as a liaison between our Members, their Responsible Parties and/or Power of Attorneys (RP/POAs), Advance Plan Provider/PCP, and key Align Senior Care stakeholders. The Care Ally, Case Manager reports to the Supervisor of Case Management.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
- Executes on strategies and goals set by the Align Senior Care Board of Directors, the Senior Leadership Team, and Executive Director for managing and improving overall Member experience.
- Contacts Plan members to conduct a comprehensive health assessment of the individual, develop a plan of care, and participate in the facilities interdisciplinary care team meeting.
- Serves as health coach to educate the member, the family and/or caregiver, about disease status and treatment, plan benefits, community resources, and resource options.
- Collaborate with members of the interdisciplinary care team and medical director(s) to facilitate appropriate treatment for members.
- Routinely follows up with member as scheduled to assess progress towards goals.
- Communicate with the member and/or caregiver to assist with the development of health goals and identify interventions to achieve these goals.
- Provide patient-centered intervention, such as making and verifying appointments, performing medication and care compliance initiatives.
- Acts as front-line support with Members and their RP/POAs to ensure the needs of the Member are met. Serves as a connection point among Members, their Communities, their Care Team, and Align Senior Care internal departments.
- Regularly engages Align Senior Care Members and RP/POAs in-person or by phone to provide education and assistance with utilizing Align Senior Care benefits. Including but not limited to. checking on upcoming specialist appointments, connecting members to supplemental benefits and providers, identifying immediate Member needs, and answering any questions the Member or RP/POA may have.
- Communicates Member health updates from Care Team to RP/POAs.
- Coordinates with the Care Team for non-urgent health or clinical questions.
- Works directly with internal departments to solve Member Grievances, Utilization Management, and Billing related issues.
- Updates Member and RP/POA contact information such as changes of address, email, or phone numbers.
- Actively supports Account Manager in identifying and securing contracts with "preferred" Providers.
- Assists Members, RP/POAs, and Partner Communities with locating in-network providers and scheduling/facilitation of appointments.
- Assists with (on request of member or APP) coordination of home health and therapy visits, ordering of Durable Medical Equipment, and utilization of supplemental benefits for Members.
- Monitors and, if needed, facilitates care team meetings with facility team, member, responsible parties(s) and the APP/clinical team.
- Ensure documentation of care team meetings and transmits to Plan.
- Monitors care plan updates, facilitates APP and PCP input into care plan, and distributes care plan as needed to care team members.
- Monitors midnight reports/community census to help identify member transitions to hospital or other care levels.
Qualifications
- Ability to work autonomously in a hybrid role, independently manage and schedule field visits, complete documentation, meet deadlines, and follow up consistently.
- Candidates must have access to reliable transportation and be comfortable traveling to assigned facilities an average of 2 to 3 days per week, with the remaining time spent working from a home office.
Education and Experience:
- One (1) year of clinical practice experience in at least one of the following areas: case management, home health, critical care, medical/surgical, discharge planning, or concurrent review.
- Proficiency using basic computer skills in Microsoft Office such as Word, Excel, and Outlook, including the ability to navigate multiple systems and keyboarding.
- Case management certification preferred.
- Long-term care or nursing facility experience preferred.
- Case management certification preferred.
Professional Certification or Licensure:
Candidates must meet one of the following:
- Active, unrestricted RN or LPN license in the state where job duties are performed; OR
- Bachelor’s degree in social work (BSW). A Master of Social Work (MSW) and social-work licensure are preferred but not required.
- The company is unable to provide sponsorship for a visa at this time (H1B or otherwise).
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What Iowa Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in registered nurse case manager jobs across Iowa.
- Active registered nurse license issued or recognized by the Iowa Board of Nursing
- Current RN license in good standing with no restrictions or disciplinary history
- Minimum of two years clinical nursing experience in a relevant care setting
- Case management certification such as CCM or ACM preferred or required
- Experience with utilization review, care coordination, or discharge planning
- Proficiency with electronic health records and care management platforms
Registered Nurse Case Manager Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a registered nurse case manager in Iowa?
You start by earning an active RN license through the Iowa Board of Nursing, which requires completing an accredited nursing program and passing the NCLEX-RN examination. Iowa participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in other compact states can practice in Iowa without a separate state license. Most employers require several years of direct clinical experience before moving into case management, and many prefer or require a certified case manager credential such as the CCM.
How much do registered nurse case managers make in Iowa?
Registered nurse case managers in Iowa earn a median of about $78,630 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,840 for the lowest 10% to over $100,500 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire registered nurse case managers in Iowa?
Companies currently hiring registered nurse case managers in Iowa include UnityPoint Health, Iowa Home Care, and MercyOne, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Iowa's integrated health systems and regional managed care plans represent the largest and most consistent sources of case management openings across the state.
Which Iowa cities have the most registered nurse case manager jobs?
Dubuque, Des Moines, and Davenport have the most registered nurse case manager openings in Iowa. Des Moines drives the largest share because it concentrates the state's major health system headquarters, insurance carriers, and managed care operations, while Cedar Rapids and Iowa City contribute significant volume through their regional hospital systems and the University of Iowa Health Care academic medical center.
Are there remote registered nurse case manager jobs in Iowa?
Yes, but they're more selective than in purely desk-based roles, since a portion of case management work still involves on-site patient contact or facility-based utilization review. About 57% of registered nurse case manager openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the industry's gradual shift toward telephonic and telehealth case management. The roles most likely to be fully remote are insurance-based or managed care positions focused on telephonic care coordination and chronic condition management.
How can I get hired as a registered nurse case manager in Iowa with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is transitioning from a direct clinical role into a care coordination or discharge planning position, which many Iowa health systems use as a stepping stone to full case management. UnityPoint Health and MercyOne both operate structured care coordination programs where nurses from med-surg, oncology, or home health backgrounds move into case management roles. Earning the CCM credential early, even before your first case management title, signals commitment and gives your application a measurable edge over candidates with identical clinical backgrounds.
Where can I find and apply to registered nurse case manager jobs in Iowa?
You can find and apply to registered nurse case manager jobs in Iowa on Migrate Mate, which lists current Iowa openings from employers across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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