PermanentPosted 10 days ago
RN Case Manager - Southeast Phoenix
Amedisys · Phoenix, AZ
$86k–$95k/ year
Nurse Case Manager jobs in Buckeye, AZ
Nurse Case Managers in the Buckeye area earn a median of $47.19 per hour, about $98,160 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $39.55 and $50.92. That ranks 78th of 379 U.S. metro areas for nurse case manager pay, and 85th of 335 once local prices are factored in. 3 open roles with published pay are listed for Buckeye and its metro area. The free report below lists employers near Buckeye and what they pay.
- $47.19median pay per hour, Phoenix
- $40–$51typical range per hour
- 46,330nurse case managers employed in the metro area
- 3open roles with published pay in the metro area
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Roles in other cities of the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler area.
PermanentPosted 21 days ago
RN Case Manager - Central Phoenix
Amedisys · Phoenix, AZ
$86k–$95k/ year
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PermanentPosted 27 days ago
Nurse (Case Manager)
Indian Health Service · Phoenix, AZ
$102k–$133k/ year
Top 25% pay
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| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Amedisys | 2 | $43.46 |
| Indian Health Service | 1 | $56.44 |
Nurse Case Manager pay in Buckeye, AZ
The metro median is 1% above the Arizona statewide median of $46.58 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 46,330 registered nurses employed in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler metro area, 19.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.93).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $34.23 | $71,200 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.55 | $82,260 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Median | $47.19 | $98,160 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $50.92 | $105,910 | 13% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $59.68 | $124,130 | 33% above U.S. median |
How Buckeye ranks
- 78th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 85th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 5 Arizona metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for nurse case manager. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Registered Nurses.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Registered Nurses (SOC 29-1141), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Buckeye
- Overall prices in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler run 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% above the U.S. average (index 121.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $47.19 median hour buys what $45.68 buys at the national price level, 2% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Buckeye paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,699
- Per year: $84,942
- Per month: $7,078
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Buckeye
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $160 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,722 |
| 13-week assignment | $22,386 |
Travel nurse case manager assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler area
CMS lists 52 hospitals in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler area, 10 of the 29 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse case managers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dignity Health Arizona General Hospital Mesa, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Honorhealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak Med Ctr Scottsdale, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Mayo Clinic Hospital Phoenix, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Gilbert Medical Center Gilbert, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Phoenix Va Medical Center Phoenix, AZ | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Banner Thunderbird Medical Center Glendale, AZ | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | No |
| Chandler Regional Medical Center Chandler, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| City Of Hope Cancer Center Phoenix Goodyear, AZ | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | No |
| Honorhealth Sonoran Crossing Medical Center Phoenix, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Josephs Hospital And Medical Center Phoenix, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Maricopa County
HRSA lists 49 active primary care shortage designations that include Maricopa County (12 geographic, 11 population-group, 26 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 21 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Nurse Case Manager pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surprise, AZ | 20 mi | $47.19/hr | 167,564 |
| Avondale, AZ | 20 mi | $47.19/hr | 96,609 |
Nurse Case Manager jobs in Arizona · Nurse Case Manager jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Arizona
Arizona is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Arizona license by endorsement.
Arizona taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do nurse case managers make in Buckeye, AZ?
Nurse Case Managers in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler metro area have a median pay of $47.19 per hour, about $98,160 a year. The middle half earn between $39.55 and $50.92 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Buckeye a good place for nurse case managers once cost of living is counted?
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler ranks 85th of 335 metro areas for nurse case manager pay after adjusting for local prices, and 78th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring nurse case managers in Buckeye?
We list 3 open roles with published pay from 2 employers in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Buckeye.
Do I need a Arizona license to work in Buckeye as a nurse case manager?
Arizona is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Arizona license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Buckeye in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 49 active primary care shortage designations that include Maricopa County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Buckeye?
The federal per diem benchmark in Buckeye is $160 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,722 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place nurse case managers in Buckeye?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Buckeye and across Arizona. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Buckeye.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Indian Health ServiceKayenta, AZ · 3 postings$54.32/ hr$41–$64
- AmedisysTucson, AZ · 5 postings$43.46/ hr$38–$47
- Emanate HealthGlendora, CA · 3 postings$84.00/ hr$84–$84
- MultiCarePuyallup, WA · 6 postings$67.28/ hr$20–$95
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