Workers' Compensation Nurse Case Manager

The City of Tallahassee is seeking a Workers' Compensation Nurse Case Manager to join the Office of the Treasurer-Clerk's Risk Management team. This position coordinates medical care for injured employees, supports return-to-work planning, and collaborates across departments to advance workplace health and injury prevention. This position is ideal for a proactive professional who thrives in a cross-functional environment. What you’ll do:Coordinate and oversee medical referrals, treatment, and care for a caseload of injured employees, including documenting and monitoring treatment. Communicate findings and return-to-work status to employees, supervisors, and Workers' Compensation staff.Interpret medical findings for employees and supervisors as they relate to work performance, job modifications, and disability. Recommend job modifications to accommodate temporary disabilities and support return-to-work planning.Provide assessment, education, and counseling to minimize lost time and support recovery, and recommend actions that promote timely, safe return to work.Build and maintain relationships with healthcare providers to ensure quality, cost-effective care, and consult with occupational safety staff on workplace hazards and corrective measures.Assist with claims review, guidance, and outcome evaluation, and serve as a resource for Risk Management staff in the review of injury claims and demands. For the complete job specification, listing essential duties and desirable qualifications, go to https://www.talgov.com/uploads/public/documents/employment/specs/780.pdf Employment Status: Full-time Minimum Training & ExperiencePossession of an associate’s degree in nursing and three years of professional experience in nursing, occupational health, or a related field.orPossession of a bachelor’s degree in nursing and one year of professional experience, in nursing, occupational health, or a related field. Necessary Special RequirementsA current Florida Nursing license is required at the time of application. Note: Preference may be given to applicants with certification in Occupational Health Nursing or Case Management designations. The successful applicant will need to obtain licensure in neighboring states (Alabama or Georgia) or obtain licensure through a reciprocity agreement within 90 days of appointment. Salary Range: $21.6689 to $58.7999 per hour. The hiring rate generally will not exceed $38.98 per hour. Apply on or before 11 p.m. on Friday, September 18, 2026 About the City of TallahasseeCity employees pride themselves on providing exceptional service and doing great things to cultivate a strong, vibrant community. Our mission is to be the national leader in the delivery of public service. Learn more about a career with us at Talgov.com/Jobs. Our Values· Honor public trust through ethical behavior· Provide exceptional citizen service· Lead with integrity at every level· Collaborate to reach common goals· Invest in employee excellence· Promote equity and celebrate diversity Examples of our excellent benefits include:· Paid vacation, sick leave, parental, and catastrophic illness leave· Defined benefit pension and defined contribution plans· Paid holidays· Tuition reimbursement· Medical, dental, and vision insurance· Life and long-term disability insurance· Pre-paid legal, critical illness, and auto insurance plans Note: OPS employees are eligible for medical insurance plans but not eligible for paid vacation, paid sick leave, or paid holidays. Temporary employees (Non-OPS) are not eligible to participate in the City's benefits programs. Veteran's PreferenceCertain service members, veterans and spouses of service members and veterans will receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. For information on who may be eligible for Veterans' Preference, go to http://floridavets.org/benefits-services/veterans-preference/ or call Human Resources & Workforce Development at (850) 891-8214. IMPORTANT: In order to claim Veterans' Preference, applicants MUST upload a DD-214 (and other documentation, as applicable) with their online application prior to the closing date of the job opening.