Workers' Compensation Care Manager - Coastal Area

Job Summary- 

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team as a Workers’ Compensation Nurse Case Manager. In this role, you will serve as a vital advocate for injured workers, guiding them through the medical and vocational recovery process. You will collaborate closely with medical providers, claims adjusters, and employers to coordinate high-quality care, implement cost-effective treatment strategies, and facilitate a safe, timely return to work.

Key Responsibilities

• Field Advocacy: Accompany injured workers to medical and therapy appointments to analyze their medical condition and vocational status.
• On-Site Assessments: Meet with employees at their worksites, or provider offices to evaluate safety measures and ensure appropriate environment modifications.
• Care Coordination: Collaboratively assess patient needs with medical providers to design treatment plans focused on optimal health outcomes and return-to-work goals.
• Communication: Maintain regular, productive communication with injured workers, physicians, attorneys, supervisors, and claims managers.
• Reporting & Documentation: Provide detailed, accurate, and timely case status updates and activity logs to claims adjusters and the Workers' Compensation Coordinator.
• Education & Counseling: Educate injured employees, families, and medical teams and McLeod leaders on the workers' compensation system and case management objectives.
• Service Excellence: Project a professional image and deliver outstanding customer relations in alignment with  McLeod Health Service Excellence Standards and Core Values.

Job Requirements

• Education & Licensure: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (Required).
• Clinical Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in Orthopedics, the Emergency Room (ER), Med-Surg or other related field. Occupational Health (Preferred).
• Case Management: Prior experience in case management is preferred.
• Travel: Ability to travel to clinics, hospitals, residences, and worksites throughout the coastal and other areas as needed. 
• Skills: Strong clinical assessment skills, excellent communication, and the ability to maintain productive relationships across multiple parties.