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Join Our Team! Pitman Farms is seeking a compassionate, organized, and proactive Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager to support our poultry processing operations. This role is responsible for managing occupational injury and illness cases, coordinating employee medical care, facilitating return-to-work programs, and promoting employee health and wellness initiatives. The RN Case Manager serves as a critical link between employees, healthcare providers, supervisors, Human Resources, Safety, and workers' compensation carriers to ensure employees receive timely, appropriate care while supporting regulatory compliance and operational efficiency. Position Summary The RN Case Manager is responsible for coordinating all aspects of occupational health case management, including injury evaluation, treatment coordination, workers' compensation administration, return-to-work planning, and medical surveillance programs. The successful candidate will advocate for employees while ensuring effective communication and collaboration among all stakeholders. Essential Roles & Responsibilities Occupational Injury & Illness Management Manage occupational injuries and illnesses from initial report through case closure. Assess injury reports and determine appropriate medical treatment pathways. Coordinate treatment with occupational health providers, specialists, physical therapists, and emergency care facilities. Monitor employee recovery progress and communicate treatment updates to relevant stakeholders. Maintain regular contact with injured employees throughout the recovery process. Facilitate post-injury follow-up and case resolution activities. Workers' Compensation Coordination Serve as the primary facility contact for workers' compensation cases. Coordinate with insurance carriers, third-party administrators, medical providers, and legal representatives as necessary. Review medical documentation and treatment plans for accuracy and completeness. Assist in reducing lost workdays through effective case management and transitional duty planning. Monitor open claims and identify opportunities for early intervention. Return-to-Work & Transitional Duty Programs Develop and monitor temporary alternative duty assignments. Collaborate with supervisors to identify meaningful transitional work opportunities. Ensure modified duty assignments comply with provider restrictions. Facilitate employee reintegration into regular job duties upon medical release. Track return-to-work metrics and identify improvement opportunities. Clinical Case Management Conduct employee health assessments and wellness consultations. Evaluate medical restrictions and fitness-for-duty concerns. Coordinate specialty referrals and follow-up care. Assist employees in navigating healthcare resources and treatment options. Provide health education related to injury prevention and chronic condition management. Medical Surveillance & Regulatory Programs Assist with administration of: Hearing Conservation Program Respiratory Protection Program Chemical Exposure Monitoring Return-to-Work Evaluations Post-Offer Medical Evaluations DOT Medical Coordination (if applicable) OSHA Medical Surveillance Requirements Maintain confidential medical records in accordance with HIPAA and applicable regulations. Employee Health & Wellness Support company wellness initiatives and health promotion activities. Conduct health education and awareness campaigns. Assist with annual screenings and preventive health programs. Promote healthy lifestyle practices that support employee well-being. Compliance & Documentation Maintain accurate and complete medical records and case files. Ensure compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, workers' compensation requirements, and company policies. Prepare reports and maintain documentation related to injury trends and case outcomes. Support audits, inspections, and regulatory requests as needed. Collaborate with EHS and HR teams regarding injury trends and preventive measures. Data Analysis & Continuous Improvement Track injury and case management metrics. Analyze trends related to musculoskeletal disorders, repetitive motion injuries, and lost-time incidents. Identify opportunities to improve employee outcomes and reduce injury-related costs. Participate in ergonomics, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives. Minimum Qualifications Current unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Virginia. Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Minimum of 3 years of clinical nursing experience. Experience in occupational health, case management, workers' compensation, emergency care, orthopedics, or industrial nursing preferred. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Preferred Qualifications Certified Case Manager (CCM) COHN or COHN-S Certification Occupational Health Nursing experience Workers' Compensation Case Management experience Experience in manufacturing, food processing, poultry, agriculture, or industrial environments CPR/BLS Certification Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously. Knowledge of OSHA, HIPAA, ADA, FMLA, and workers' compensation processes. Ability to interact professionally with employees at all levels of the organization. Strong organizational and documentation skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise professional judgment.

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person