RN Case Manager

Eagle's Trace by Erickson Senior Living · Houston, TX Full Time
$34691 – $34691 / year
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Job Description

Location: Eagle's Trace by Erickson Senior Living Join our team as a Care Coordinator that will be supporting, identifying, and evaluating health plan members at risk for, or experiencing, adverse health events and chronic disease. The Care Coordinator will provide appropriate and necessary interventions to ensure that the member is receiving maximum benefit from health services in a cost-effective setting. What we offer A culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging, which builds on our mission, vision and values Medical, dental and vision packages, including an annual reimbursement for qualified wellness expenses, personal health coaching and telemedicine options PTO Plans, PLUS company paid volunteer hours for eligible team members, in accordance with applicable state law 401k for all team members 18 and over with a company 3% match Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all team members over 18 years of age Free access to our on-site Team member Health and Well-Being Centers, plus Well-Being programs, tools and resources for you and your immediate family members Education assistance, certification reimbursement and access to over 6,000 courses through our online learning library, designed to enhance your current skills and build new ones Growth Opportunities – grow with the company as we open new communities and expand on our existing ones! Compensation: Commensurate with experience starting at $85k per year How you will make an impact Facilitates efficient care for targeted Erickson Advantage health plan members in a variety of settings, focusing on returning the member to the safest and highest level of independence possible. The Care Coordinator utilizes a variety of interventions and coordinates care for targeted health plan members with a variety of providers in a variety of care settings. Works closely with members who have multiple or poorly managed chronic disease/s as defined target diagnoses in the health plan Policies and Procedures. Assesses the high-risk member’s current medical circumstances, provides information about health care options, serves as guide and advisor to the patient and their family, and establishes and molds the relationship with the primary care physician and the patient Through risk stratification, high-risk members will be identified, and a case opened for members who meet the criteria for care coordination services. Works with the primary care physician to establish protocols for routine and preventive care which reflect accepted standards of care Facilitates the development of customized care plans through collaboration between the primary care physician, the health plan member, and other health care team providers, including specialists, vendors, and ancillary healthcare providers As a member of the care delivery team works to facilitate health plan member compliance and ensure continuity of care per the team’s “care plan”. Reassesses the effectiveness, quality of services, and treatments provided, per health plan Policies and Procedures Adjusts the plan of care to reflect problems, interventions, goals, and outcome

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Nursing roles in senior living are fundamentally different from hospital nursing. Most positions involve building long-term relationships with the same residents over months or years rather than cycling through new patients every shift. Facilities in the Houston area typically require an active Texas RN or LVN license, current CPR/BLS certification, and many prefer at least one year of geriatric or long-term care experience.

Shift patterns vary widely — some facilities run traditional 8-hour shifts (day, evening, night), while others use 12-hour rotations. Weekend and holiday coverage is almost always part of the schedule. The nurse-to-resident ratio in assisted living is generally more favorable than in hospitals, but you will likely be the highest-level clinical staff on the floor during your shift, which means more autonomy and more responsibility for clinical judgment calls.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

A typical shift starts with medication pass and resident assessments. You will review overnight notes from the previous shift, check vitals for residents on your watch list, and coordinate with CNAs on any changes in condition. Mid-shift usually involves documentation, family communication, and working with physicians on care plan updates — often by phone or telehealth rather than in-person rounds.

Depending on the facility, you may also handle admissions paperwork, manage wound care, supervise medication techs, and respond to emergencies. The documentation load in senior living is significant — state surveys and compliance requirements mean thorough charting is non-negotiable. Many nurses in this setting say the most rewarding part is knowing their residents personally and being able to notice subtle changes that a rotating hospital nurse might miss.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Registered Nurse positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $47.02/hr ($97,802/yr). The typical range is $38.29 – $50.95/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $69,368/yr
Houston Median $97,802/yr
Experienced (90th) $125,320/yr
vs. National Median +4.5%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.

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