PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Registered Nurse Case Management
Ascension Health · Indianapolis, IN
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Nurse Case Manager jobs in Indianapolis, IN
The median nurse case manager pay in the Indianapolis area is $39.09 per hour ($81,310 a year), with the typical range running from $37.08 to $48.18. That ranks 208th of 379 U.S. metro areas for nurse case manager pay, and 264th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 14 hospitals in Indianapolis. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Indianapolis.
- $39.09median pay per hour, Indianapolis
- $37–$48typical range per hour
- 26,240nurse case managers employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Nurse Case Manager pay in Indianapolis, IN
The metro median is 1% above the Indiana statewide median of $38.82 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 26,240 registered nurses employed in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood metro area, 23.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.12).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.89 | $66,330 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.08 | $77,130 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $39.09 | $81,310 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $48.18 | $100,210 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $50.71 | $105,480 | 13% above U.S. median |
How Indianapolis ranks
- 208th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 264th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th 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.
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- Overall prices in Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood run 4% below the U.S. average (index 95.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $39.09 median hour buys what $40.85 buys at the national price level, 9% 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.
Estimate your Indianapolis paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,407
- Per year: $70,362
- Per month: $5,864
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Indianapolis
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $133 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,491 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,383 |
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).
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Hospice RN Case Manager
Amedisys · Evansville, IN
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Hospitals in Indianapolis
CMS lists 14 hospitals in Indianapolis, 1 of the 8 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse case managers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franciscan Health Indianapolis Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Community Hospital East Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Community Hospital North Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Community Hospital South, Inc. Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Eskenazi Health Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Indiana University Health Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Indianapolis Va Medical Center Indianapolis, IN | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension St Vincent Hospital Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Fairbanks Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Orthoindy Hospital Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Other | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Marion County
HRSA lists 16 active primary care shortage designations that include Marion County (6 population-group, 10 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 23 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenwood, IN | 12 mi | $39.09/hr | 68,175 |
| Carmel, IN | 13 mi | $39.09/hr | 103,606 |
| Columbus, IN | 41 mi | $36.62/hr | 51,970 |
| Bloomington, IN | 47 mi | $37.66/hr | 79,986 |
| Kokomo, IN | 47 mi | $40.81/hr | 60,093 |
| Muncie, IN | 49 mi | $37.49/hr | 65,320 |
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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 Indianapolis, IN?
Nurse Case Managers in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood metro area have a median pay of $39.09 per hour, about $81,310 a year. The middle half earn between $37.08 and $48.18 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Indianapolis a good place for nurse case managers once cost of living is counted?
Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood ranks 264th of 335 metro areas for nurse case manager pay after adjusting for local prices, and 208th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse case managers work in Indianapolis?
CMS lists 14 hospitals in Indianapolis, led by Franciscan Health Indianapolis. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Indianapolis 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.
Is Indianapolis in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 16 active primary care shortage designations that include Marion 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 Indianapolis?
The federal per diem benchmark in Indianapolis is $133 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,491 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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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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