Great employment opportunity for a RN Field Case Manager - Metro Chicago market
Location: 100% Remote - travel 3 days a week
(Must reside in the Metro Chicago area for local field travel)
Position Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Compensation: $85,000/year (Midpoint) + Eligible for up to $1,000/month in performance bonuses
About the Role
Are you a Registered Nurse looking for an autonomous role that takes you out from behind a hospital desk and into the community? We are seeking a dedicated RN Medical Case Manager to support injured workers throughout their recovery and return-to-work journey across the Chicago metropolitan area.
Serving as a clinical advocate and care coordinator, you will work closely with injured workers, physicians, employers, and attorneys to ensure appropriate, cost-effective, and medically necessary treatment plans are implemented. This role seamlessly blends the flexibility of working from home with active, local field travel.
What We Offer
- Targeted Compensation: $85,000 base salary plus an aggressive monthly bonus potential of up to $1,000.
- Robust Reimbursements: Full mileage reimbursement, home office equipment allowance, and 100% CCM certification reimbursement
- Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans, generous PTO, and paid holidays.
- Work-Life Balance: Reliable daytime hours (M-F, 8-5) with absolutely no weekend or holiday on-call rotations.
Key Responsibilities
- Care Coordination: Provide a mix of telephonic and in-person medical case management services; assess, plan, implement, and evaluate tailored treatment plans.
- Field Advocacy: Attend physician appointments, provider visits, and conduct initial patient assessments and home evaluations.
- Service Logistics: Coordinate vital recovery services, including durable medical equipment (DME), home health, and specialized nursing care.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Monitor patient progress and communicate clear, objective updates to providers, employers, and insurance adjusters to support successful return-to-work outcomes.
- Documentation: Maintain highly accurate, timely clinical documentation and case records.
Qualifications & Requirements
Licensure & Education:
- Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Illinois.
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (BSN preferred).
Experience:
- 1–3 years of clinical experience in Orthopedics, Neurology, Rehabilitation, Trauma, Occupational Health, or Acute Care.
- Preferred: Prior experience in Medical Case Management, Utilization Management, or Workers' Compensation.
Travel & Logistics:
- Ability to travel locally up to 60% of the time within the Chicago metropolitan area -- up to 3 days a week, including possibly up to 2 hours each way).
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation suitable for year-round driving, including winter weather conditions.
Skills for Success:
- Autonomy: Proven ability to work independently, manage your own daily schedule, and prioritize a dynamic caseload.
- Tech Aptitude: Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, and Excel) for remote documentation.
- Professional Growth: Willingness to obtain the Certified Case Manager (CCM) designation within 18 months of hire (fully funded by the company).
To Apply
If you are an RN with strong clinical assessment skills and a passion for patient advocacy, we want to talk to you. Please submit your resume today for immediate consideration.
Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: Remote
