Registered Nurse Case Manager, Workers' Compensation
Overview
You will own workers' compensation and return-to-work case management for an industrial manufacturing site in Clayton, NC, handling cases from initial assessment through resolution. You will coordinate medical care, evaluate work restrictions, and partner with physicians, HR, management, and insurance adjusters. Working onsite with a team of Staff RNs, you will support the ADA interactive process and maintain compliance with OSHA and occupational health standards. This 6-month contract role stands out for its focus on return-to-work outcomes and light-duty assignment development.
What You'll Do10
- 1Manage workers' compensation cases from intake to closure, ensuring timely treatment and return-to-work.
- 2Coordinate medical care with physicians, insurance adjusters, HR, and management for work-related injuries.
- 3Evaluate employees' medical restrictions and work capabilities to determine fitness for duty.
- 4Develop individualized case management plans and monitor progress toward return-to-work goals.
- 5Assist management in creating appropriate light-duty assignments that align with restrictions.
- 6Coordinate medical accommodations and support the ADA interactive process for employees.
- 7Maintain accurate medical records, workers' comp documentation, and surveillance logs.
- 8Provide telephone triage and onsite nursing care, including first aid, assessment, and referrals for workplace injuries.
- 9Respond to workplace emergencies and arrange medical transportation as needed.
- 10Partner with Staff RNs to ensure consistent occupational health services across locations.
Requirements8
- 1ADN or BSN from an accredited nursing program with an active, unrestricted North Carolina RN license.
- 21+ years of related nursing experience with a BSN; 3+ years with an ADN.
- 3Knowledge of workers' compensation case management and the ADA interactive accommodation process.
- 4Knowledge of OSHA and occupational health practices in industrial settings.
- 5Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills for emergency and routine care.
- 6Excellent communication skills to interact with employees, physicians, HR, and insurance representatives.
- 7Documentation and organizational skills to maintain confidential medical records.
- 8Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an onsite industrial environment.
Salary Insight
$73 - $83k per year
Location
Required Skills
Similar open positions
Explore active roles that match your skills and interests.
TalentBurst, Inc.
VerifiedCase Manager RN - Workers' Compensation & ADA
Case Manager RN owns medical case management for injured workers across all US Grifols sites, coordinating care to speed recovery and return to work. You connect with adjusters, providers, and plant managers to align treatment with job demands and legal standards. The role rotates on-call and handles ADA interactive processes. You will work onsite in Raleigh, NC with occasional travel to plasma centers. This position stands out by blending clinical judgment with OSHA compliance and ADA expertise.
CorVel Healthcare Corporation
VerifiedMedical Case Manager II, Workers Compensation RN
You will own a caseload of injured workers in the NYC area, guiding their recovery through in-person and telephonic case management. You will work from home and on the road, collaborating with patients, families, physicians, and attorneys. This role requires 60% local travel and offers independence in a supportive team. You will apply your RN expertise to evaluate treatment plans and coordinate care, making a direct impact on recovery outcomes.
Nationwide Children's Hospital
VerifiedSr Disability Transitional Work Consultant
Leads transitional work and return-to-work programs for employees with medical restrictions. Collaborates with stakeholders to evaluate work capacity and facilitate accommodations. Ensures safe compliant return-to-work outcomes. Manages documentation and supports case coordination.
Aveanna Healthcare
VerifiedRN Clinical Manager, Home Health & OASIS
You own clinical operations for a high-acuity home health branch, supervising all RN, LPN, and CNA staff while ensuring compliance with Medicare and state regulations. Reporting to the Branch Administrator, you manage programs, drive quality, and coordinate with recruiting and training. This role blends hands-on patient care with strategic oversight, backed by a 10% incentive plan. You'll act as the clinical expert, improving care delivery and financial outcomes in a growth-focused agency.
Duke Health
VerifiedRegistered Nurse Operations Center Coordinator
RN Operations Center Coordinator coordinates safe, efficient patient discharges across Duke Regional Hospital's 388-bed facility. You'll partner with charge nurses and case management to remove discharge barriers, coordinate transport, and facilitate key meetings. This PRN role demands confident communication and strong problem-solving in a clinical environment. You'll independently plan and provide nursing care per North Carolina Board of Nursing standards. Join a Magnet-designated health system with 6,000+ RNs and relocation assistance available.
Business Health Solutions Professional Corporation
VerifiedOccupational Health RN - PRN Eli Lilly Charlotte NC
We seek an Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner or PA to lead proactive health initiatives at a dynamic industrial site. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments and aims to keep employees healthy while ensuring workplace safety. This PRN role offers flexible scheduling across all shifts.