PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Hospice RN Case Manager
Amedisys · Evansville, IN
$80k–$85k/ year
Nurse Case Manager jobs in Columbus, IN
Nurse Case Managers in the Columbus area earn a median of $36.62 per hour, about $76,160 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $29.35 and $38.12. That ranks 333rd of 379 U.S. metro areas for nurse case manager pay, and 301st of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Columbus. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Columbus.
- $36.62median pay per hour, Columbus
- $29–$38typical range per hour
- 710nurse case managers employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Case Manager pay in Columbus, IN
The metro median is 6% below the Indiana statewide median of $38.82 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 710 registered nurses employed in the Columbus metro area, 14.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.66).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $29.15 | $60,630 | 35% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $29.35 | $61,050 | 35% below U.S. median |
| Median | $36.62 | $76,160 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $38.12 | $79,290 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $45.86 | $95,390 | 2% above U.S. median |
How Columbus ranks
- 333rd of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 301st of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 12th of 12 Indiana 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 Columbus
- Overall prices in Columbus run 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 25% below the U.S. average (index 75.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $36.62 median hour buys what $39.38 buys at the national price level, 12% below 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,318
- Per year: $65,916
- Per month: $5,493
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Columbus metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Columbus
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
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 (this is the standard rate that applies here). 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).
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Hospitals in Columbus
CMS lists 1 hospital in Columbus, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse case managers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Regional Hospital Columbus, IN | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Nurse Case Manager pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenwood, IN | 29 mi | $39.09/hr | 68,175 |
| Bloomington, IN | 33 mi | $37.66/hr | 79,986 |
| Indianapolis, IN | 41 mi | $39.09/hr | 891,484 |
| Fishers, IN | 52 mi | $39.09/hr | 103,986 |
| Carmel, IN | 54 mi | $39.09/hr | 103,606 |
| Noblesville, IN | 57 mi | $39.09/hr | 75,239 |
Nurse Case Manager jobs in Indiana · Nurse Case Manager jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Indiana
Indiana 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 Indiana license by endorsement.
Indiana 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 Columbus, IN?
Nurse Case Managers in the Columbus metro area have a median pay of $36.62 per hour, about $76,160 a year. The middle half earn between $29.35 and $38.12 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Columbus a good place for nurse case managers once cost of living is counted?
Columbus ranks 301st of 335 metro areas for nurse case manager pay after adjusting for local prices, and 333rd of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse case managers work in Columbus?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Columbus, led by Columbus Regional Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Columbus as a nurse case manager?
Indiana 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 Indiana license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Columbus?
The federal per diem benchmark in Columbus is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 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 Columbus?
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- Emanate HealthGlendora, CA · 3 postings$84.00/ hr$84–$84
- MultiCarePuyallup, WA · 6 postings$67.28/ hr$20–$95
- UMass Memorial Health CareMilford, MA · 4 postings$60.11/ hr$40–$85
- Central Maine Healthcare CorporationLynwood, CA · 3 postings$55.33/ hr$38–$66
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