Catastrophic Nurse Case Manager - Central Wisconsin

Paradigm; La Crosse (WI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Paradigm is seeking a full-time, benefited Catastrophic Field Nurse Case Manager to cover central Wisconsin, eastern Minnesota, and northern Iowa. The role requires regular local travel (80%) with a hybrid work arrangement in Wisconsin and potential Minnesota cross-coverage.

The field nurse will manage medical case work-related injuries, coordinating care among insurers, providers, attorneys, employers and employees, and reporting progress to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Current, unencumbered compact RN license in Wisconsin (state of residence) required.
• Current RN license in Minnesota preferred.
• Experience in workers' comp case management strongly preferred.
• Certifications (CCM, CRRN, CDMS, CRC) strongly preferred; must obtain within two years of hire.
• Strong organization, timeline adherence, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to operate autonomously with minimal oversight.
• Valid driver's license and good driving history.

Responsibilities

• Medical case management of work-related injuries: assessment, planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation.
• Collaborate with insurance carriers, medical providers, attorneys, employers and employees.
• Closely monitor progress of injured workers and report results to employer and carriers.

Skills

compact RN license

travel willingness

case management

communication skills

autonomy

driving

Tools

PC skills

Job description

Paradigm is looking for a full-time, benefited Catastrophic Field Nurse Case Managerto covercentral Wisconsin, eastern Minnesota, and northern Iowa.

A Catastrophic Field Nurse Case Manager role is a hybrid position. The candidate must be located in the Central or Western Wisconsin area due to regular local travel (80% of the time) for in-person patient appointments. You must be willing to travel and have a compact RN license. In addition, you may be asked to take cases in Minnesota and/or Iowa, which will require obtaining additional RN licensure for MN.

The field nurse case manager is responsible for the medical case management of work-related injuries, which includes assessment, planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of injured/disabled individuals. The field nurse case manager works with insurance carriers, medical care providers, attorneys, employers, and employees, and closely monitors the progress of the injured worker and reports results back to the employer and insurance carriers.

At Paradigm, People Come First

• It's more than a job. It's a passion. Work at Paradigm, and you'll find deep satisfaction knowing you're making a profound difference in people's lives.
• Meaningful work: better outcomes for all isn't just our tagline. It's what guides us to do our best-every day. At Paradigm, you'll find an authentic connection between the work you do and your passion for making a difference in the world.
• Exceptional people: You'll work alongside smart people who share a commitment to excellence and a dedication to service. We're not here just for a "job." We're here to transform lives.
• Collaborative culture: At Paradigm, a spirit of collaboration and care is evident in everything we do. We promote a culture of inclusivity and value diversity of all kinds including thought, knowledge, and experience. No matter the team, everyone works together toward a common goal to deliver exceptional outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current, unencumbered compact Registered Nurse (RN) license in Wisconsin (state of residence) required
• Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in Minnesota preferred
• Experience in case management of workers comp cases strongly preferred
• Recommended certifications (CCM, CRRN, CDMS, CRC) strongly preferred (must obtain within two years of hire date)
• Skills required for success: organization and timeline adherence skills, PC and technology skills, communication skills (written, verbal, and interpersonal)
• Ability to operate autonomously with minimal oversight
• Skilled at patient education
• Valid driver's license and good driving history