Telephonic Nurse Case Manager, RN – Compact License

Job Description: • Communicate with medical providers, employers and with injured workers • Perform a complete nursing evaluation to determine needs of patient • Review and evaluate all medical correspondence, provider reports, & treatment plan history • Evaluate clinical status of claimant and research for alternative options to treatment as warranted • Communicate with the claims examiners regarding directives, and provide updates on file status • Arranging transportation services when necessary and authorized • Evaluating therapy facilities and their progress on specific cases • Prepare comprehensive notes following any discussions had with injured worker, medical providers, claims examiners, and employers in the case file • Discuss the analyzed data and the comprehensive plan of care with the insurance representative prior to implementation • Upon authorization, implement this plan of care with patient, physician and health care providers • Arrange for care/services as needed (home care, procedures, medication, equipment or supplies) • Monitor the plan of care with modifications or changes suggested to the patient and physician as the need arises • Coordinate information between all parties (injured worker, physicians, employer, other providers, such as therapists, and attorney, if any is involved) Requirements: • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing • 3-5 years clinical experience as an RN outside of school • Valid Compact RN license in good standing with no restrictions • Valid state-appropriate RN license in good standing with no restrictions • Possesses and can demonstrate the professional and technical skills of a Registered Nurse • Experience in Case Management, Workers' Compensation experience preferred, but not required • Experience in Home Health Care, Occupational Health considered a plus • Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills • Excellent Interpersonal & Organizational Skills • High comfort level with computers and computer programs (MS Word, MS Excel, Email) Benefits: • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance • 401K • Paid Time Off • Paid holidays • Equipment is provided • Monthly internet stipend Apply tot his job