Senior Nurse Leader — Workers’ Compensation Case Management

DC Government; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Supervisory Nurse at DC Government oversees Workers’ Compensation Nurse Case Managers coordinating medical care for employees with occupational injuries and illnesses from onset through resolution.

This leadership role provides clinical guidance on treatment plans, work restrictions, impairment ratings, and functional capacity evaluations, while directing utilization management to ensure medical necessity.

Qualifications

• Graduate or higher level nursing degree from an accredited program.
• Active RN license from DC or eligibility to obtain one.
• At least one year of professional nursing experience at the next lower grade level.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage Workers’ Compensation Nurse Case Managers coordinating medical care for employees from onset through resolution.
• Provide clinical guidance on treatment plans, work restrictions, impairment ratings, and functional capacity evaluations.
• Direct utilization management to determine medical necessity and adherence to evidence-based guidelines.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Clinical guidance

Utilization management

Policy development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

The Supervisory Nurse at DC Government oversees Workers’ Compensation Nurse Case Managers coordinating medical care for employees with occupational injuries and illnesses from onset through resolution.

This leadership role provides clinical guidance on treatment plans, work restrictions, impairment ratings, and functional capacity evaluations, while directing utilization management to ensure medical necessity.