RN Care Manager

At 16S Health, we’re transforming personalized healthcare with a focus on science, innovation, and compassion. We empower individuals to take control of their health through precision care tailored to each unique lifestyle, bridging technology and human touch for a supportive, accessible experience.

A Registered Nurse (RN) Care Manager at 16s Health, LLC plays a vital role in optimizing patient care through Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) and Chronic Care Management (CCM). This specific role is RPM-focused with an added emphasis on nutrition counseling and lifestyle support. You will engage patients during clinic hours to review vital signs, discuss trends, and provide nutritional guidance to support chronic disease management. This is a patient-facing, phone-based role, ideal for an RN who is passionate about helping patients better understand their health and take actionable steps toward improvement. As a contractor, maximizing billable time and minimizing non-billable activities is essential. The ideal candidate should have a distraction-free home environment for uninterrupted patient interactions. Independent Contractor Status (1099) This position is offered as a 1099 independent contractor role. As such, the contractor is responsible for independently calculating, withholding, and submitting applicable federal, state, and local taxes, including income tax, Social Security, and Medicare, directly to the IRS. Contractors are also responsible for tracking and deducting their own business-related expenses in accordance with IRS guidelines and for maintaining accurate financial records. Contractors do not receive employee benefits, including but not limited to health insurance, retirement plans (e.g., 401(k)), paid vacation or sick leave, or unemployment benefits. Federal and state employment law protections that apply to employees may not apply to individuals serving in a 1099 capacity. All work is performed under the terms of a signed agreement with 16S Health, LLC, and contractors are expected to meet professional standards and deliver services with integrity and accuracy. Contractors are required to submit invoices for services rendered and may be subject to updated responsibilities or expectations at the discretion of company leadership.

Administrative / Business Responsibilities: Assist in data collection for quality assurance measures related to clinical services. Develop and execute goals for RPM and other patient care programs. Contribute to the efficiency and success of our value-based care initiatives by prioritizing billable services. Educational Responsibilities: Assist in onboarding and training new hires, students, and interns as needed. Collaborative Practice Responsibilities: Maintain professional relationships with team members, patients, and office staff. Work closely with physicians and healthcare professionals to implement guideline-recommended therapies and interventions. Follow protocols aligned with practice agreements and CMS regulations. Participate in interdisciplinary discussions regarding patient progress and care plans. Maintain professional relationships with team members, patients, and clinic staff. Contribute to interdisciplinary discussions regarding patient health trends and interventions. Participate in quality assurance efforts and care optimization initiatives. Clinical Responsibilities: Call patients during clinic hours to review vitals collected through RPM devices (e.g., blood pressure cuffs, glucose monitors, weight scales). Identify abnormal trends or missed readings and initiate appropriate follow-up. Provide nutrition counseling related to RPM data (e.g., weight gain/loss, blood pressure fluctuations, blood sugar trends). Discuss practical lifestyle changes, including meal planning, grocery lists, healthy recipes, and hydration. Reinforce patient goals set during CCM calls, focusing on sustainable dietary habits and chronic disease control. Educate patients on how lifestyle, medications, and nutrition impact biometric readings. Document all patient interactions accurately in the electronic health record and third party monitoring platform. Escalate urgent concerns to clinical pharmacists or physicians as appropriate. Monitor progress on nutrition-related goals and revisit them during follow-up calls.