Job Description
By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It's what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there's no limit to what you can achieve.
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Professional Liability Nurse Consultant
**PRIMARY PURPOSE** **:** To handle complex or high exposure claim issues; to provide medical knowledge of the health care system and health care issues; to independently investigate, analyze and evaluate medical malpractice claims for self-insured and commercially insured clients; to provide information needed to clients as needed to determine liability issues and exposure; and to assist in identification of risk management issues to decrease liability exposure and associated legal costs.
**ARE YOU AN IDEAL CANDIDATE?** We are looking for enthusiastic candidates who thrive in a collaborative environment, who are driven to deliver great work.
**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Handles complex or high exposure claim issues; advises and leads Nurse Consultant - PL colleagues.
+ Receives requests for investigation; reviews and develops action plans and investigates cases accordingly.
+ Collects data from Company and clients to document and communicate results as appropriate.
+ Prepares reports summarizing medical records and interviews; outlines issues related to summary reports; and provides analysis and recommendations for further claims handling.
+ Interviews practitioners involved in medical malpractice claims at hospital facilities weekly as needed.
+ Participates in follow-up review and investigation as directed and assists in discovery requests as needed.
**ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
+ Supports the organization's quality program(s).
+ Travels as required.
**QUALIFICATIONS**
**Education & Licensing**
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred. RN license required. LNC (Legal Nurse Consultant) Certification or training preferred.
**Experience**
Five (5) years related clinical nursing experience and two (2) years nurse consultant experience required. General or Professional Liability investigation related experience preferred.
**Skills & Knowledge**
+ Technical claims knowledge of medical malpractice claims procedures and practices
+ Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills
+ PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
+ Analytical and interpretive skills
+ Strong organizational skills
+ Excellent interpersonal skills
+ Ability to work in a team environment
+ Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
**WORK ENVIRONMENT**
When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
**TAKING CARE OF YOU BY**
+ We offer a diverse and comprehensive benefits package including:
+ Three Medical, and two dental plans to choose from.
+ Tuition reimbursement eligible.
+ 401K plan that matches 50% on every $ you put in up to the first 6% you save.
+ 4 weeks PTO your first full year.
**NEXT STEPS**
If your application is selected to advance to the next round, a recruiter will be in touch.
_As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is $80,000 - $85,000. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits._
The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
**If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.**
**Sedgwick is the world's leading risk and claims administration partner, which helps clients thrive by navigating the unexpected. The company's expertise, combined with the most advanced AI-enabled technology available, sets the standard for solutions in claims administration, loss adjusting, benefits administration, and product recall. With over 33,000 colleagues and 10,000 clients across 80 countries, Sedgwick provides unmatched perspective, caring that counts, and solutions for the rapidly changing and complex risk landscape. For more, see** **sedgwick.com**
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