Senior Workers' Comp Case Manager

City of Winston-Salem; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Winston-Salem is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse Case Manager to assess work-related injuries and coordinate care for employees. This intermediate professional role requires on-site judgment under supervision and a strong background in occupational health and workers’ compensation processes.

Responsibilities include maintaining medical records under HIPAA, communicating with employees, attorneys, and risk management staff, and ensuring timely treatment decisions.

Qualifications

• Associates/Technical degree with coursework in nursing
• 5 years’ experience in acute care nursing setting
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR)

Responsibilities

• Assess work-related injuries and determine on-site treatment vs. medical facility.
• Maintain Workers’ Compensation records and medical charts.
• Coordinate care with physicians, HR, and Risk Management personnel.
• Attend hearings and maintain case management licensure per NC guidelines.
• Provide health counseling and assist with light-duty planning and documentation.

Skills

First aid & triage

Customer service

Medical records management

Microsoft Office

HIPAA compliance

Education

Associates/Technical nursing degree

Tools

EMR systems

Medical charts management

Job description

The City of Winston-Salem is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse Case Manager to assess work-related injuries and coordinate care for employees. This intermediate professional role requires on-site judgment under supervision and a strong background in occupational health and workers’ compensation processes.

Responsibilities include maintaining medical records under HIPAA, communicating with employees, attorneys, and risk management staff, and ensuring timely treatment decisions.