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CMS - GA

Cooks and Dietary Workers Full Time

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

Day and Evening Shifts, Alternating Weekends, Holidays. Confidence Management Solutions (CMS) is currently recruiting experienced Cooks and Dietary Workers for long-term care nursing facility in ...

Dove Healthcare

CNA - Bath Aide

Eau Claire, WI · On-site

$17.75 - $21.82/hr

CMS rated 5 stars for staffing * Staffing 31% higher in registered nurses (RNs) and 21% higher in certified nursing assistants (CNAs) compared to the state average (CMS Nursing Home Compare 9.29.21 ...

CMS - FL

Dietary Aide

Lake City, FL · On-site

$9.50 - $12/hr

Confidence Management Solutions (CMS) is currently recruiting experienced Dietary Aide for long term care nursing facility in Lake City, NY. Apply today. Walk-ins Welcome! Lake City Nursing Home. 298 ...

CMS - NY

Dietary Supervisor

Cortland, NY · On-site

Dietary Supervisor Full-time Position Available Confidence Management Solutions (CMS) is currently recruiting experienced Dietary Supervisor for long term care nursing facility in Cortland, NY. Apply ...

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How much do cms nurse jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for cms nurse in the United States is $38.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.57 and $43.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a CMS nurse?

A CMS Nurse is a registered nurse who works for or with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), a federal agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. CMS Nurses help oversee compliance with healthcare regulations, such as those related to Medicare and Medicaid, and may conduct audits, surveys, or inspections of healthcare facilities. They ensure that healthcare providers meet federal quality and safety standards, and they may also provide guidance and education on regulatory requirements. CMS Nurses play a vital role in protecting patient rights and improving healthcare quality across the nation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a CMS nurse?

To thrive as a CMS Nurse, you need a comprehensive understanding of clinical nursing practices, healthcare regulations, and typically an active RN license with experience in survey or compliance roles. Familiarity with CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) guidelines, electronic health records (EHRs), and quality assurance tools is essential. Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and effective communication are standout soft skills for this role. These competencies are vital to ensure healthcare facilities meet federal standards and deliver safe, high-quality patient care.

What are some common challenges CMS nurses face when ensuring compliance with federal regulations?

CMS Nurses often navigate complex and frequently updated federal regulations to ensure healthcare facilities remain compliant. This can involve interpreting nuanced guidelines, training staff on new policies, and conducting thorough documentation and audits. Balancing regulatory requirements with patient care priorities can be demanding, especially in fast-paced environments. Effective communication with interdisciplinary teams and staying current with CMS updates are crucial for success in this role.

What is the difference between Cms Nurse vs Registered Nurse?

AspectCms NurseRegistered Nurse
CredentialsLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Certified Medical-Surgical Nurse (CMSN) certificationRegistered Nurse (RN) license, BSN or ADN
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, home healthHospitals, clinics, community health, outpatient settings
Job RoleAssist with patient care, administer basic treatments, monitor patient statusAssess patients, develop care plans, perform complex procedures

While Cms Nurses focus on basic patient care and often hold LPN or CMSN certifications, Registered Nurses have a broader scope, including complex assessments and care planning. Both roles are vital in healthcare settings, but RNs typically have more responsibilities and higher qualifications.

How much do CMS nurses make?

CMS nurses, or Case Management Nurses, typically earn between $70,000 and $90,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and certifications. They often work in healthcare settings requiring strong organizational and communication skills, with some roles offering additional compensation for specialized certifications or overtime.
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Infographic showing various Cms Nurse job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 53% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 27% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,321 per year, or $38.6 per hour.

Physician Assistant II - Cardiac Surgery Endoscopic Vein Harvesting (EVH)

Kaiser Permanente

Los Angeles, CA

$107K - $146K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

Job Summary:
Physician Assistants (PA) provide health care services to patients who may have acute episodic conditions or chronic problems, as well as those seeking health evaluation, preventive care and/or education and counseling. Under physician supervision, PAs provide care in areas within KP in primary care or specialty departments consistent with their educational preparation following the Regional Practice Guidelines and Protocols for Ambulatory and Hospital-Based Practice. They perform complete physical examinations, including ordering, interpreting and evaluating diagnostic tests and examinations. Assume on-going responsibility for each patient from discovery of the disorder to recovery. Diagnose and treat both chronic and episodic disorders including complications of otherwise normal processes. Establish and document the health care plan and diagnosis, maintain records of each case that are sufficiently complete for any physician reviewing them to evaluate the effectiveness of the plan.Consistently demonstrates the knowledge, skills, abilities and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members and to customers, contracted providers and vendors. Functions in an expanded role to regularly provide primary, acute or emergency care to patients with complicated medical or surgical conditions which requires an intensive level of care and advanced certification in a specialty area (e.g., neonatal, intensive care, emergency medicine, operating room, etc.). A formal internship and/or equivalent on-the-job training in the specialty area are also required.
Essential Responsibilities:

  • Collect subjective data (obtain history).

  • Collect objective data (perform a physical exam).

  • Develop an assessment (diagnosis).

  • Develop and implement a management plan.

  • Facilitate the referral of patients to the appropriate health facilities, agencies and resources within the community.

  • Order pharmacologic interventions.

  • Develop and implement an educational plan.

  • Plan for appropriate follow-up care.

  • Manages the care of patients with complicated medical or surgical conditions.

  • Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanentes Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements (if applicable), and Kaiser Permanentes policies and procedures.

Basic Qualifications:
Experience

  • Minimum one (1) year experience unless specified by department as an NP or PA.


Education

  • Graduate of an approved Physician Assistant Program OR graduate of an accredited RN and NP Program.

  • Master's Degree in Nursing (effective 1/1/03 for those not previously grandfathered in by CMS- NP only).


License, Certification, Registration

  • Registered Nurse License (California) AND Nurse Practitioner National Certificate AND Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number (California) AND Nurse Practitioner Certificate (California)


OR



  • Physician Assistant License (California) AND Physician Assistant National Certificate from National Commission for the Certification of Physician Assistants



  • Basic Life Support



  • National Provider Identifier


Additional Requirements:

  • Willing to consider Nurse Practitioner II job code 56256.

  • If department elects to hire a new grad NP or PA, the California Furnishing Number and if applicable, the DEA Registration Number, must be obtained within twelve (12) months of hire.

  • The probationary period would also be extended from six (6) to twelve (12) months.

  • Current DEA Registration Number.

  • ACLS


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Minimum of three (3) years of recent Cardiac Surgery experience required, including Endoscopic Vein Harvesting (EVH).


Notes:

  • If ten (10) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:00 am - 5:30 pm with an 8-hour back up shift 7:00 am - 3:30 pm.


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