PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (RN) | Case Manager Estherville Clinic
Avera Health · Estherville, IA
$22.50–$41.25/ hour
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Nurse Case Manager jobs in Council Bluffs, IA
Pay for nurse case managers in the Council Bluffs area centers on $38.95 per hour, or about $81,020 a year. The lower quarter earns under $37.47 and the upper quarter over $47.00. That ranks 222nd of 379 U.S. metro areas for nurse case manager pay, and 191st of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Council Bluffs. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Council Bluffs.
- $38.95median pay per hour, Omaha
- $37–$47typical range per hour
- 12,860nurse case managers employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Case Manager pay in Council Bluffs, IA
The metro median is 5% above the Iowa statewide median of $37.00 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 12,860 registered nurses employed in the Omaha metro area, 26.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.23).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.06 | $64,600 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.47 | $77,940 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.95 | $81,020 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $47.00 | $97,760 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $49.08 | $102,090 | 9% above U.S. median |
How Council Bluffs ranks
- 222nd of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 191st of 335 after adjusting for local prices
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 Council Bluffs
- Overall prices in Omaha run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.95 median hour buys what $42.38 buys at the national price level, 6% 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$1,402
- Per year: $70,110
- Per month: $5,842
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Omaha metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Council Bluffs
| 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).
Open Nurse Case Manager roles in Iowa
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Hospitals in Council Bluffs
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Council Bluffs, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse case managers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chi Health Mercy Council Bluffs Council Bluffs, IA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Methodist Jennie Edmundson Council Bluffs, IA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 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 Pottawattamie County
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Pottawattamie County (1 geographic, 2 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue, NE | 8 mi | $38.95/hr | 64,777 |
| Omaha, NE | 11 mi | $38.95/hr | 489,265 |
| Lincoln, NE | 52 mi | $40.61/hr | 300,619 |
| Sioux City, IA | 91 mi | $33.26/hr | 86,875 |
| West Des Moines, IA | 110 mi | $37.97/hr | 73,664 |
| St. Joseph, MO | 116 mi | $35.94/hr | 71,098 |
Nurse Case Manager jobs in Iowa · Nurse Case Manager jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Iowa
Iowa 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 Iowa license by endorsement.
Iowa 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 Council Bluffs, IA?
Nurse Case Managers in the Omaha metro area have a median pay of $38.95 per hour, about $81,020 a year. The middle half earn between $37.47 and $47.00 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Council Bluffs a good place for nurse case managers once cost of living is counted?
Omaha ranks 191st of 335 metro areas for nurse case manager pay after adjusting for local prices, and 222nd of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse case managers work in Council Bluffs?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Council Bluffs, led by Chi Health Mercy Council Bluffs. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Iowa license to work in Council Bluffs as a nurse case manager?
Iowa 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 Iowa license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Council Bluffs in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Pottawattamie 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 Council Bluffs?
The federal per diem benchmark in Council Bluffs 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 Council Bluffs?
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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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3Open now: 2 Case Manager roles
- Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (RN) | Case Manager Estherville ClinicPermanent$22.50–$41.25/ hour
- Registered Nurse - Case Management Contract Nursing HomePermanent$74k–$123k/ year
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