Registered Nurse Case Manager Jobs in Wisconsin
Registered Nurse Case Manager jobs in Wisconsin are consistently in demand, with hiring concentrated in health systems, insurance carriers, and managed care organizations that anchor the state's healthcare economy. Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay drive the largest share of openings, where employers like Aurora Health Care, UW Health, and Froedtert Health maintain ongoing case management teams. Chronic disease management, post-acute transitions, and utilization review are the most sought-after specialties across these organizations. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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At Horizon Home Care & Hospice, hospice nursing is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to walk alongside patients and families during one of life’s most meaningful times, providing comfort, guidance, and compassionate care when it matters most. As a Hospice Case Manager, also known as a Patient Care Coordinator, you’ll build trusted relationships, coordinate care across an interdisciplinary team, and help patients remain comfortable in the place they call home.
We support our hospice nurses with a collaborative team, strong clinical resources, flexibility, and a culture rooted in kindness, respect, and service. If you’re looking for a role where your nursing judgment, compassion, and ability to connect with people truly make a difference, we’d love to have you join our team.
What You’ll Do
As a Hospice Case Manager / Patient Care Coordinator at Horizon, you will serve as the primary nurse and care coordinator for an assigned caseload of hospice patients. You’ll assess patient and family needs, develop and update individualized plans of care, and work closely with physicians, hospice aides, social workers, chaplains, volunteers, and other team members to support comfort, dignity, and quality of life.
- Conduct comprehensive initial and ongoing assessments of patient and family needs, addressing physical, emotional, spiritual, and social dimensions of care.
- Develop, initiate, and regularly revise individualized plans of care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
- Provide skilled nursing care focused on symptom management, comfort, safety, dignity, and quality of life.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for patients, families, physicians, and members of the hospice interdisciplinary team.
- Accurately document all patient assessments, interventions, care plan updates, and communications in the electronic medical record.
- Coordinate services and resources, including hospice aides, volunteers, medical equipment, medications, and community supports, as part of the plan of care.
- Participate in the on-call rotation to support patient and family needs outside of regular business hours.
- Attend and contribute to interdisciplinary group (IDG) meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
Required
- Current, valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing in the state of Wisconsin
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (BSN preferred)
- Current CPR/BLS certification (American Heart Association Healthcare Provider)
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and adequate auto insurance coverage
- Strong documentation skills with ability to learn electronic medical records systems
- Commitment to hospice philosophy and compassionate, patient- and family-centered end-of-life care
Preferred
- Minimum one year of professional nursing experience; home health or hospice experience highly desirable
- Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) credential or willingness to obtain within 24–36 months
- Experience with interdisciplinary team collaboration and community resource coordination
About Horizon
To some people, home is a place. To others, it’s a feeling.
To us, it’s whatever our patients need it to be, wherever they are. Horizon has been a trusted presence in the Milwaukee community since 1990. We’re a nonprofit organization with 400 employees and 150+ volunteers, proudly serving more than 2,500 patients and families across Southeastern Wisconsin. We’re the second-largest full-service home care and hospice agency in the state. Our services span the full continuum of care — hospice, home care, palliative care, elder care, Meals on Wheels, and grief support — so our teams get to do meaningful, wide-ranging work every single day. We’ve been recognized as a Top Workplace nine times, not because we nominated ourselves, but because our people said so. That’s something we’re genuinely proud of. Our culture is built on five values: Accountability, Integrity, Service Excellence, Innovation, and Collaboration. They’re not just words on a wall — they show up in the way we treat patients, support our staff, and show up for the communities we serve. If you value kindness, real teamwork, and work that leaves you feeling like it mattered, you’ll fit right in here.
At Horizon Home Care & Hospice, hospice nursing is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to walk alongside patients and families during one of life’s most meaningful times, providing comfort, guidance, and compassionate care when it matters most. As a Hospice Case Manager, also known as a Patient Care Coordinator, you’ll build trusted relationships, coordinate care across an interdisciplinary team, and help patients remain comfortable in the place they call home.
We support our hospice nurses with a collaborative team, strong clinical resources, flexibility, and a culture rooted in kindness, respect, and service. If you’re looking for a role where your nursing judgment, compassion, and ability to connect with people truly make a difference, we’d love to have you join our team.
What You’ll Do
As a Hospice Case Manager / Patient Care Coordinator at Horizon, you will serve as the primary nurse and care coordinator for an assigned caseload of hospice patients. You’ll assess patient and family needs, develop and update individualized plans of care, and work closely with physicians, hospice aides, social workers, chaplains, volunteers, and other team members to support comfort, dignity, and quality of life.
- Conduct comprehensive initial and ongoing assessments of patient and family needs, addressing physical, emotional, spiritual, and social dimensions of care.
- Develop, initiate, and regularly revise individualized plans of care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
- Provide skilled nursing care focused on symptom management, comfort, safety, dignity, and quality of life.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for patients, families, physicians, and members of the hospice interdisciplinary team.
- Accurately document all patient assessments, interventions, care plan updates, and communications in the electronic medical record.
- Coordinate services and resources, including hospice aides, volunteers, medical equipment, medications, and community supports, as part of the plan of care.
- Participate in the on-call rotation to support patient and family needs outside of regular business hours.
- Attend and contribute to interdisciplinary group (IDG) meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
Required
- Current, valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing in the state of Wisconsin
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (BSN preferred)
- Current CPR/BLS certification (American Heart Association Healthcare Provider)
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and adequate auto insurance coverage
- Strong documentation skills with ability to learn electronic medical records systems
- Commitment to hospice philosophy and compassionate, patient- and family-centered end-of-life care
Preferred
- Minimum one year of professional nursing experience; home health or hospice experience highly desirable
- Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) credential or willingness to obtain within 24–36 months
- Experience with interdisciplinary team collaboration and community resource coordination
About Horizon
To some people, home is a place. To others, it’s a feeling.
To us, it’s whatever our patients need it to be, wherever they are. Horizon has been a trusted presence in the Milwaukee community since 1990. We’re a nonprofit organization with 400 employees and 150+ volunteers, proudly serving more than 2,500 patients and families across Southeastern Wisconsin. We’re the second-largest full-service home care and hospice agency in the state. Our services span the full continuum of care — hospice, home care, palliative care, elder care, Meals on Wheels, and grief support — so our teams get to do meaningful, wide-ranging work every single day. We’ve been recognized as a Top Workplace nine times, not because we nominated ourselves, but because our people said so. That’s something we’re genuinely proud of. Our culture is built on five values: Accountability, Integrity, Service Excellence, Innovation, and Collaboration. They’re not just words on a wall — they show up in the way we treat patients, support our staff, and show up for the communities we serve. If you value kindness, real teamwork, and work that leaves you feeling like it mattered, you’ll fit right in here.
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Registered Nurse Case Manager Job Market in Wisconsin
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Who's Hiring
- Advocate Aurora Health15
- Moments Hospice10
- St. Croix Hospice8
- Horizon Home Care & Hospice6
- Ascension5
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
What Wisconsin Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in registered nurse case manager jobs across Wisconsin.
- Active registered nurse license issued or recognized by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
- Current Certified Case Manager credential from the Commission for Case Manager Certification
- Minimum two to three years of clinical nursing experience in acute care or related setting
- Demonstrated knowledge of care coordination, discharge planning, and utilization management principles
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Strong communication skills for coordinating with patients, physicians, and insurance representatives
Registered Nurse Case Manager Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a registered nurse case manager in Wisconsin?
You start by earning a registered nurse license through the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services, which requires passing the NCLEX-RN after completing an accredited nursing program. From there, most Wisconsin employers expect several years of direct clinical experience before transitioning into case management. Earning the Certified Case Manager credential strengthens your candidacy considerably and is required or preferred by major Wisconsin health systems and managed care employers.
How much do registered nurse case managers make in Wisconsin?
Registered nurse case managers in Wisconsin earn a median of about $95,530 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,470 for the lowest 10% to over $119,860 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire registered nurse case managers in Wisconsin?
Employers hiring registered nurse case managers in Wisconsin right now include Advocate Aurora Health, Moments Hospice, and St. Croix Hospice, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Wisconsin's large integrated health systems and regional insurance carriers tend to post the most consistent volume of case management openings throughout the year.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most registered nurse case manager jobs?
Milwaukee, Waukesha, and West Allis account for the most registered nurse case manager openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee leads because of the concentration of large health systems and managed care insurers headquartered there, while Madison benefits from UW Health's broad case management operations, and Green Bay reflects the regional medical infrastructure serving northeastern Wisconsin.
Are there remote registered nurse case manager jobs in Wisconsin?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields because case management often involves on-site patient assessments and care coordination with clinical teams. About 25% of registered nurse case manager openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the portion that involves telephonic or utilization management work. Utilization review and insurance-based case management roles carry the highest likelihood of remote or hybrid arrangements.
How can I get hired as a registered nurse case manager in Wisconsin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is building two or more years of clinical experience in a med-surg, orthopedics, or transitional care unit at a Wisconsin hospital, which directly mirrors the patient populations case managers handle. Aurora Health Care and Froedtert Health both run structured new-graduate residency programs that place nurses in departments that feed into case management over time. Moving laterally from a discharge planning coordinator or utilization technician role at a Wisconsin health system is another common bridge. Earning the Certified Case Manager credential early signals readiness to hiring managers even before you have case management title experience.
Where can I find and apply to registered nurse case manager jobs in Wisconsin?
You can find and apply to registered nurse case manager jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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