Legal Nurse Consultant (RN) - Contractor

EK Health Services Inc.; Rocklin (CA); À distance; USD 55 000 - 62 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

EK Health Services Inc. seeks an experienced Legal Nurse Consultant (LNC) to support attorneys in injury cases. You will review medical records, assess long-term care needs, and estimate associated costs while maintaining objectivity and professional communication with EKHS staff and clients.

The role requires an RN license, LNC certification, and the ability to work independently in a flexible, part-time capacity. Strong documentation and research skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid RN license in good standing.
• LNC Certification required.
• 5+ years in a similar or related role preferred.
• Independent contractor status; proof of liability insurance may be required.

Responsabilités

• Review and summarize medical records for attorneys and other parties.
• Determine long-term medical needs of an injured party and estimate care costs.
• Prepare chronologies or timelines for medical records.
• Remain objective in evaluating medical facts and conclusions.
• Research and cite medical resources or literature relevant to the case.

Connaissances

Attention to detail

Strong written and verbal

Independent work

Medical record analysis

Formation

RN license

LNC Certification

Outils

MS Word

MS Excel

Case Map

Description du poste

Description: A Legal Nurse Consultant uses medical expertise to consult with and advise attorneys on injury cases. S/He analyzes complex medical information and renders and informed and objective opinion on the medical-legal matters.

Note this position is that of an independent contractor and will require proof of liability insurance.

This position is part-time as needed.

Job Responsibilities

• Review and summarize medical records, communicating essential highlights and important details efficiently and effectively to appropriate parties
• Determine an injured-party’s long-term medical requirements and estimate costs for that care
• Prepare chronologies or timelines for medical records
• Be objective and honest in evaluating the facts of the case
• Research and cite medical resources/ professional literature related to the case as applicable
• Locate and interview other medical experts to testify
• Professional interaction with EKHS staff, members of the medical community, and all customers of EKHS; both in oral and written forms
• All work is done within the scope of practice for a Registered Nurse
• Other duties as assigned

Pay: $40-45 per hour based on experience and certifications

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience in a similar or related role preferred
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Med-legal coursework preferred
• Valid state-appropriate RN license in good standing with no restrictions
• LNC Certification required
• Case Map usage preferred (not required)
• Possesses and can demonstrate the professional and technical skills of a Registered Nurse
• Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• Strong Organization Skills
• High comfort level with computers and computer programs (MS Word, MS Excel, Email)
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to meet deadlines in a high pressure, time sensitive environment
• Must be accurate and efficient
• Ability to lift to 20 lbs.

Physical Requirements:

Candidate must be able to sit the majority of an 8-hour day except for lunch and break times. Candidate must be able to keyboard the majority of an 8-hour day except for lunch and break times. Candidate must have manual dexterity. Candidate must be able to speak on the telephone intermittently throughout the day. Candidate must be able to read and write English fluently. Candidate must be able to provide and confirm safe home office environment. Home office must be HIPAA compliant.

• Requires DSL, fiber or cable internet connection from home 100 Mbps preferred or better*