Legal Nurse Consultant (RN) – Contractor
Job Type Contract Description A Legal Nurse Consultant uses medical expertise to consult with and advise attorneys on injury cases. S/He analyzes complex medical information and renders and informed and objective opinion on the medical-legal matters. Note this position is that of an independent contractor and will require proof of liability insurance. This position is part-time as needed.Job Responsibilities:
- Review and summarize medical records, communicating essential highlights and important details efficiently and effectively to appropriate parties
- Determine an injured-party’s long-term medical requirements and estimate costs for that care
- Prepare chronologies or timelines for medical records
- Be objective and honest in evaluating the facts of the case
- Research and cite medical resources/ professional literature related to the case as applicable
- Locate and interview other medical experts to testify
- Professional interaction with EKHS staff, members of the medical community, and all customers of EKHS; both in oral and written forms
- All work is done within the scope of practice for a Registered Nurse
- Other duties as assigned
- 5+ years’ experience in a similar or related role preferred
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Med-legal coursework preferred
- Valid state-appropriate RN license in good standing with no restrictions
- LNC Certification required
- Case Map usage preferred (not required)
- Possesses and can demonstrate the professional and technical skills of a Registered Nurse
- Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
- Strong Organization Skills
- High comfort level with computers and computer programs (MS Word, MS Excel, Email)
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to meet deadlines in a high pressure, time sensitive environment
- Must be accurate and efficient
- Ability to lift to 20 lbs.
