Registered Nurse Field Case Manager - Chicago, IL

OpTech; Illinois; On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully reimbursed home office setup

Mileage compensation

Financial support for CCM credential

Job summary

OpTech is seeking a Bilingual RN Medical Case Manager for a remote position with up to 60% local travel, primarily serving Metro Chicago. This role involves clinical advocacy and care coordination for injured workers, ensuring they receive appropriate medical treatment and support throughout their recovery.

The ideal candidate will be a Texas-licensed RN with clinical experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to travel locally. We offer a base salary of $80,000 - $90,000 plus bonuses and reimbursements for home office setup and travel costs.

Qualifications

• Must be fully bilingual in Spanish and English (verbal and written).
• Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Illinois.
• 1–3 years of clinical experience in Orthopedics, Neurology, or Rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

• Provide telephonic and in-person medical case management services.
• Travel locally up to 60% to attend appointments and conduct evaluations.
• Coordinate essential post-injury services including DME and home health care.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish and English

Clinical Assessment

Time Management

Collaboration

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (BSN preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

RN Medical Case Manager (Bilingual – Spanish/English)

• Location: 100% Remote (Must reside in Metro Chicago) with up to 60% local travel (2 days/week)
• Schedule: Full-Time | Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Compensation: $80,000 - $90,000 base salary + up to $1,000/month bonus potential
• Reimbursements: Mileage, home office equipment, and CCM certification reimbursement

Job Summary

Are you a bilingual Registered Nurse looking for a dynamic role that blends the flexibility of working from home with meaningful, face-to-face patient advocacy?

We are seeking an experienced, bilingual (Spanish/English) RN Medical Case Manager to support injured workers throughout Metro Chicago. In this role, you will serve as a vital clinical advocate and care coordinator, working closely with injured workers, physicians, employers, and attorneys to ensure patients receive appropriate, high-quality, and cost-effective treatment plans that support their recovery and return-to-work journey.

This role is ideal for an autonomous RN with strong clinical assessment skills and a background in orthopedics, rehabilitation, neurology, case management, or utilization management.

Key Responsibilities

• Care Coordination: Provide both telephonic and in-person medical case management services, assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating customized patient treatment plans.
• On-the-Ground Advocacy: Travel locally up to 60% of the time to attend physician appointments, provider visits, and conduct initial patient assessments or home evaluations.
• Resource Management: Coordinate essential post-injury services, including durable medical equipment (DME), home health care, and specialized nursing care.
• Stakeholder Communication: Act as the central hub of communication, monitoring patient progress and delivering clear updates to families, medical providers, employers, and legal stakeholders.
• Documentation: Maintain precise, timely clinical documentation and case records to track recovery and return-to-work milestones.

Required Qualifications

• Language: Must be fully bilingual in Spanish and English (verbal and written).
• Licensure: Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Illinois.
• Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (BSN preferred).
• Clinical Experience: 1–3 years of clinical experience in Orthopedics, Neurology, Rehabilitation, Trauma, Occupational Health, Utilization Management, or Acute Care.
• Travel & Transportation: Valid driver’s license and highly reliable transportation capable of handling Chicago winter weather driving conditions. Willingness to travel up to 60% locally (up to 2 hours into the city/metropolitan area).
• Tech Savvy: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and comfort navigating digital charting systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a Medical Case Manager, Nurse Case Manager, or Workers' Compensation Case Manager.
• Prior knowledge of Workers' Compensation guidelines and regulations.
• Certified Case Manager (CCM) designation (or willingness to obtain it within 18 months of hire—fully reimbursed!).

Top Skills for Success

• Clinical Assessment & Treatment Plan Evaluation
• Exceptional Time Management & Independent Organization
• Multidisciplinary Provider Collaboration & Patient Advocacy

What We Offer

We empower our remote team with a fully reimbursed home office setup, robust mileage compensation to offset your travel, and dedicated financial support to help you earn your CCM credential. Balance your week with standard daytime business hours and no weekend rotations!