Lead Nurse Care Coordinator (RN)

Job overview

The Lead Nurse Care Coordinator (Registered Nurse) role is in person in Covington, KY, generally Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Salary is $67,500 annually, with an annual contingency bonus of up to 12%. NorthKey Community Care provides mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities services in Northern Kentucky. The lead nurse coordinates nursing and care coordination services, guides staff, and supports evidence-based care for clients with complex behavioral health and related needs. The role helps identify care gaps, promote recovery and independence, and connect clients with appropriate community services.

What you'll do

• Provide oversight, guidance, direction, and training to nurses, medical assistants, and care coordination staff
• coordinate staff coverage
• contribute to program development and evaluation
• monitor compliance with regulations and standards of care
• provide evidence-based care and client education
• identify risks and gaps in care
• complete prior authorization requests
• participate in multidisciplinary consultations and referrals
• advocate for clients
• maintain accurate electronic health records
• evaluate staff and assist with hiring.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

lead nurse care coordinator

registered nurse

behavioral health

care coordination

covington ky

northkey community care

$67,500 annual salary

up to 12% bonus

monday–friday 8:30–5:00

kentucky rn license

evidence-based care

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Up to 12% annual contingency bonus, flexible schedule opportunities, free clinical supervision, paid time off, 10 paid holidays, medical, vision, and dental plans, HSA employer match up to $1,000 depending on plan, 401(k) match, license reimbursement, professional development, professional liability coverage, and potential Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.

Why this role

Requires an active Kentucky RN license and relevant behavioral health knowledge, training, and experience. The posting notes potential eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

About the employer

NorthKey Community Care is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Individual and Family Services. Sector: 62.