| Aspect | Access Nurse | Case Manager |
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| Credentials | RN license, possibly certifications in case management or patient navigation | RN or social work license, case management certification often preferred |
| Work Environment | Hospitals, clinics, insurance companies, healthcare facilities | Healthcare settings, insurance companies, community agencies |
| Primary Focus | Facilitating patient access to care, scheduling, patient navigation | Coordinating ongoing patient care, managing treatment plans |
Access Nurses primarily focus on helping patients access healthcare services efficiently, often working in hospitals or clinics. Case Managers, while also coordinating patient care, typically handle ongoing treatment plans and resource management. Both roles require RN licensure and share similar work environments, but their core responsibilities differ in scope and focus.