Registered Nurse (RN) – Life Care Planner / Medical Case Manager
$75,000–$135,000+ | Full-Time | Hybrid (New Orleans Area)
Non-Clinical
- Research & Writing
- Medical-Legal Casework
A rapidly growing expert-witness and life care planning firm is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to support medical-legal cases involving catastrophic injury, long-term care needs, workers' compensation, and litigation.
This is a non-clinical, documentation-heavy RN role ideal for nurses who excel in medical record review, analysis, writing, and case management, NOT bedside care.
What You'll Do
Review and analyze complex medical records and diagnostic findingsIdentify long-term medical, rehabilitation, and equipment needsConduct cost research and provider outreachSupport Certified Life Care Planners (CLCPs) with plan developmentDraft medical summaries, timelines, and evidence-based recommendationsPrepare supporting documents for attorneys and expert witnessesMaintain accuracy, organization, and HIPAA complianceRequired Qualifications (Must-Haves)
Active RN license (BSN preferred)
2+ years in one or more of the following :
Case ManagementRehab NursingNeuro / Ortho / TraumaWorkers' Compensation RNLegal Nurse ConsultingHome Health Case ReviewExperience reviewing medical records and writing clinical summaries
Strong analytical, organizational, and writing skills
Comfortable with a role focused on documentation,
not
bedside care
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and report-writing
This Role Is
Not
a Fit If You :
Want bedside or direct patient careDo not enjoy writing or medical documentationHaveno
experience reviewing medical records
Prefer fast-paced clinical environments over analytic workCompensation & Benefits
$75,000–$135,000+ depending on experienceHybrid after trainingMedical, dental, vision401(k)PTO + parental leaveCertification support (Life Care Planner)Structured mentorship and career path toward Senior Case Manager & Expert Witness rolesTraining & Schedule
Full-time, Monday–FridayFirst 3 weeks : intensive onsite / office trainingAfterward : hybrid remote scheduleOngoing mentorship and team collaboration