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RN / Registered Nurse Case Manager - Hospice
BrightSpring Health Services · Baltimore, MD
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Nurse Case Manager jobs in Baltimore, MD
Pay for nurse case managers in the Baltimore area centers on $46.70 per hour, or about $97,140 a year. The lower quarter earns under $39.25 and the upper quarter over $51.17. That ranks 82nd of 379 U.S. metro areas for nurse case manager pay, and 108th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 17 hospitals in Baltimore. The free report below lists employers near Baltimore and what they pay.
- $46.70median pay per hour, Baltimore
- $39–$51typical range per hour
- 29,030nurse case managers employed in the metro area
- 104cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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3 more open roles from employers in Baltimore. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Clinical Nurse II (RN), Case Managment - UMMS Staffing Center
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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Registered Nurse Case Management
Ascension Health · Baltimore, MD
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Nurse Case Manager pay in Baltimore, MD
The metro median is in line with the Maryland statewide median of $46.55 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 29,030 registered nurses employed in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson metro area, 21.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.02).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $36.45 | $75,820 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.25 | $81,640 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Median | $46.70 | $97,140 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $51.17 | $106,430 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $58.88 | $122,470 | 31% above U.S. median |
How Baltimore ranks
- 82nd of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 108th 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.
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- Overall prices in Baltimore-Columbia-Towson run 4% above the U.S. average (index 104.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 18% above the U.S. average (index 118.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $46.70 median hour buys what $44.69 buys at the national price level, 1% 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 Baltimore paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,681
- Per year: $84,060
- Per month: $7,005
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Baltimore
| 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 Maryland
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Nurse Case Manager
University of Maryland Medical System · Bel Air, MD
$42.64–$64.00/ hour
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Registered Nurse Case Manager, Population Health
University of Maryland Medical System · Linthicum Heights, MD
$35.08–$52.64/ hour
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Hospitals in Baltimore
CMS lists 17 hospitals in Baltimore, 4 of the 12 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse case managers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Baltimore Medical Center Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Johns Hopkins Hospital, The Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Union Memorial Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Harbor Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | No |
| Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Good Samaritan Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Medical Center Inc Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Agnes Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Maryland Medical Center Baltimore, MD | 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 Baltimore city
HRSA lists 19 active primary care shortage designations that include Baltimore city (3 geographic, 10 population-group, 6 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 24 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowie, MD | 25 mi | $48.94/hr | 58,421 |
| Rockville, MD | 33 mi | $48.94/hr | 68,417 |
| Gaithersburg, MD | 33 mi | $48.94/hr | 70,686 |
| Washington, DC | 35 mi | $48.94/hr | 702,250 |
| Alexandria, VA | 42 mi | $48.94/hr | 159,102 |
| Frederick, MD | 44 mi | $48.94/hr | 89,537 |
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License and tax basics in Maryland
Maryland 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 Maryland license by endorsement.
Maryland 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 Baltimore, MD?
Nurse Case Managers in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson metro area have a median pay of $46.70 per hour, about $97,140 a year. The middle half earn between $39.25 and $51.17 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Baltimore a good place for nurse case managers once cost of living is counted?
Baltimore-Columbia-Towson ranks 108th of 335 metro areas for nurse case manager pay after adjusting for local prices, and 82nd of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Where do nurse case managers work in Baltimore?
CMS lists 17 hospitals in Baltimore, led by Greater Baltimore Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Maryland license to work in Baltimore as a nurse case manager?
Maryland 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 Maryland license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Baltimore in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 19 active primary care shortage designations that include Baltimore city. 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 Baltimore?
The federal per diem benchmark in Baltimore 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.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- University of Maryland Medical SystemBel Air, MD · 2 postings$48.59/ hr$35–$64
- 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
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Low$35Median$47.33High$65
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