Registered Nurse Case Manager (1099) – Carteret, NJ
Description
1099 Independent Contractor | Carteret, NJ & Surrounding Areas
Flexible Schedule | Hybrid Field-Based Role
About The IMA Group
Why Join Us?
- Flexible scheduling and caseload opportunities
- Independent, consultative role with autonomy in your day-to-day work
- Hybrid role combining local field visits with remote documentation
- No bedside care, weekends, or on-call responsibilities
- Dedicated support team and steady referral volume
- Opportunity to make a direct impact on recovery and return-to-work outcomes
Position Overview
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and oversee treatment plans for injured workers
- Attend medical appointments and assess treatment progression
- Communicate with physicians, employers, attorneys, and insurance carriers
- Prepare detailed and timely case management reports
- Evaluate medical necessity and appropriateness of care
- Assist with return-to-work planning and transitional duty coordination
- Coordinate IMEs, peer reviews, and job site evaluations as needed
- Advocate for quality care and positive case outcomes
Qualifications
- Active New Jersey RN license required
- Minimum 3 years of Workers’ Compensation Field Case Management experience preferred
- Strong clinical assessment, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and manage a flexible caseload
- Comfortable with technology and electronic documentation systems
- Reliable transportation for travel throughout Carteret and surrounding New Jersey areas
- Professional liability/malpractice insurance or ability to obtain
- CCM, CRRN, or related certifications preferred
- Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply
Work Type
- 1099 Independent Contractor
- Flexible caseload opportunities available
The IMA Group is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
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