Field Nurse Case Manager

Opus Medical

. Coordinate care and communicate pertinent medical information among the Injured Worker, Insured, and Carrier .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in case management for injured workers, including coordination of care, communication with stakeholders, and adherence to policies and procedures. Holds a current Registered Nurse license and relevant certifications while maintaining accountability for the case management process.

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Registered Nurse LicenseCase Management ExperienceIndependent AssessmentsNationally Recognized CertificationCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Case ManagementAssessment SkillsData RecordingBilling ManagementTreatment Plan Monitoring

Soft Skills

Professional Relationship BuildingTeamworkDignity in TreatmentEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

CaseAnyplace

Certifications & Qualifications

CCMCRCCLNCCRRN

Industry Keywords

Injured WorkerReturn to WorkVocational CounselorIME PhysiciansLTD/STD Claims

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate care and communicate pertinent medical information among the Injured Worker, Insured, and Carrier
Facilitate appropriate treatment, successful rehabilitation, and return to work
Deliver efficient, cost-effective communication for work injuries, MVAs, liability claims, LTD/STD, and other referred services
Follow policies and procedures in the Case Management plan and retain accountability for the CM process
Accept referrals assigned by the Director of Case Management
Make initial contacts, schedule initial assessments, and obtain the date of the next physician appointment
Confirm assignments with referral sources and clarify special handling instructions
Build professional relationships with clients and treat claimants with dignity
Maintain ongoing communication with the Injured Worker, Insured, and Carrier
Record data and billing in CaseAnyplace
Submit timely monthly Preliminary, Initial, Progress, and Closing reports
Attend physician appointments and obtain diagnosis, prognosis, treatment plan, rehabilitation length, estimated return to work, and MMI/Full Recovery information
Refer to Vocational Counselor for job analyses when appropriate and approved by Carrier
Recommend and coordinate IME physicians and attend IMEs
Coordinate transportation as needed
Monitor treatment plans and attend therapy sessions when appropriate
Maintain contact with therapists for updates
Request transfer of files to Vocational Counselor when appropriate
Assist Carrier/Insured with modified or regular-duty return-to-work planning
Provide information to Defense Attorneys as appropriate
Promote teamwork with staff members
Maximize accurate, appropriate billable hours toward the monthly target of 8 hours per day
Maintain licensure and certifications and complete required annual training on time
Perform additional professional duties as assigned
Retain responsibility for tasks delegated to non-clinical staff

Requirements

What you’ll need

Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse state license
Licensed in each state where field case management is provided
Able to perform independent assessments within scope
Practices in a U.S. state/territory allowing independent assessment within scope of practice
Completion of a nursing program and ongoing CE as required
Must obtain and maintain at least one nationally recognized certification (e.g., CCM, CRC, CLNC, CRRN, etc.) within three years of hire or within the state-required timeframe for practice, whichever is less
Two years FTE direct case management for injured workers or two years under supervision preferred
Regular local travel of up to two hours in the assigned region
Ability to provide translation as needed for bilingual nurses

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay and bonus program
Health, dental, vision, and retirement plans
Flexible scheduling
Nurse referral program
Continuing education support