RN Case Manager, Workers Compensation

American Geriatrics Society; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 115,905,753 - 179,661,081; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual increases

Career growth

Medical, Dental, Vision options

Tuition reimbursement

Free parking

Wellness program savings plan

Health Savings Account options

Retirement options with company match

PTO and holidays

Community involvement opportunities

Job summary

American Geriatrics Society in Arlington Heights, IL, seeks an experienced RN Case Manager for Workers' Compensation to coordinate care and facilitate safe return to work.

The role involves collaboration with carriers, TPAs, and providers, conducting assessments, scheduling tests, and developing RTW plans while maintaining HIPAA compliance and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or Healthcare/Science required.
• RN licensure in Illinois required.
• BLS CPR certification required.
• Case management certification (CCM) or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of clinical nursing experience.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and compassionate demeanor.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate medical care of team members with work-related injuries from initial injury through return to work or case closure.
• Perform in-person, telephonic, and/or video visit assessments to monitor progress and identify barriers to recovery.
• Communicate with workers' compensation carriers, TPAs, and legal teams to manage claims and facilitate case resolution.
• Coordinate and schedule tests, procedures, appointments, and treatments as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other providers to ensure appropriate treatment plans.
• Develop and implement individualized return-to-work plans in coordination with Employee Health, HR, and leadership.
• Monitor treatment compliance and return-to-work protocols; escalate issues as needed.
• Maintain accurate case activity and documentation in the case management system.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance and patient safety protocols.

Skills

Strong problem-solving

Attention to detail

Compassionate and caring nature

MS Word

Excel

Powerpoint

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing or Healthcare/Science

RN licensure - Illinois

BLS CPR certification

CCM or related certification (preferred)

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Powerpoint

Job description

RN Case Manager, Workers Compensation

Hourly Pay Range: $40.45 - $62.70

The RN Case Manager provides care coordination and case management to injured team members, focusing on facilitating their return to work. This role ensures timely, efficient, and coordinated care that promotes optimal recovery, safe return to work, and compliance with all relevant regulatory and organizational policies.

Position Highlights

• Position: RN Case Manager, Workers Compensation
• Location: Arlington Heights, IL
• Full Time/Part Time: Full time (40 hours)
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm
• Required Travel: travel to Skokie will be required

What you will do

• Coordinates the medical care of team members with work related injuries and/or illnesses from initial injury/illness through return to work or case closure.
• Performs in-person, telephonic, and/or video visit assessments to monitor medical progress and identify potential barriers to recovery.
• Communicates regularly with workers' compensation carriers, third-party administrators (TPAs), and legal teams to manage claims and facilitate case resolution.
• May coordinate and schedule tests, procedures, appointments, and treatments, ensuring services are received in a timely manner when necessary.
• Collaborates with physicians, therapists, and other providers to ensure appropriate treatment plans are developed and followed.
• Develops and implements individualized return-to-work (RTW) plans in coordination with Employee Health, Human Resources, and departmental leadership.
• Monitors compliance with treatment and return-to-work protocols; escalates issues when necessary.
• Works closely with team member's care team to determine functional capacity and work status.
• May also participate in communicable disease clearance for team members seeking to return to work due to a non-occupational related illness (i.e. shingles, conjunctivitis).
• Maintains accurate, detailed reports and records. Documents all case activity accurately and timely within the case management system (Team Member Health System) in accordance with internal policies and state regulations.
• Provides patient care in compliance with NPSG and Core Measures, maintains continuous Joint Commission readiness, complies with HIPAA regulations, and provides patient safety and infection control protocols.
• Builds relationships with team members and leaders across Endeavor Health in support of organizational and team objectives; responds to customer needs and manages customer/peer relationships; participates in regulatory processes, surveys, and inspections as needed.
• Stays abreast of regulations, trends, benchmarks and best practice and incorporates new knowledge into organizational programs and plans; acts as a change agent to drive and implement change throughout the organization.
• Educates team members on the workers' compensation process, resources, and wellness practices.
• Maintains confidentiality of team member and/or patient information, sensitive to time and budget constraints, and supports additional projects, administrative tasks, and duties as assigned.

What you will need

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Nursing or Healthcare/Science, required
• Certification:
  • Registered Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, required
  • BLS - Basic Life Support (CPR & AED) through the American Heart Association, required
  • Certification in case management (CCM) or related field, preferred
• Experience: 3+ years of clinical nursing experience
• Unique or Preferred Skills:
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Compassionate and caring nature
  • Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Powerpoint
  • Knowledge of workers compensation laws/regulations and claim management practices

Benefits (For full time or part time positions)

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRR