Full Job Description
Job Title: Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Company Overview:We are seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented, and experienced Nurse Practitioner to join our team as a Life Care Planning Specialist. This role focuses on evaluating individuals with catastrophic injuries, chronic illnesses, and complex medical needs to develop comprehensive life care plans that support long-term medical, rehabilitation, and supportive care needs.
Position Summary:The Nurse Practitioner – Life Care Planning Specialist will conduct comprehensive medical reviews, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and develop evidence-based life care plans for patients requiring ongoing medical management and future care projections. The ideal candidate has strong clinical experience, excellent documentation skills, and knowledge of medical-legal processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough medical record reviews and patient assessments
- Develop comprehensive life care plans outlining future medical and supportive care needs
- Collaborate with physicians, therapists, attorneys, case managers, and other healthcare professionals
- Research and project future medical costs and treatment recommendations
- Prepare detailed written reports and supporting documentation
- Participate in case conferences, depositions, and expert testimony if needed
- Maintain compliance with professional standards and legal guidelines
- Stay current on evidence-based practices and life care planning methodologies
Qualifications:
- Active Nurse Practitioner license in good standing
- Experience writing final narratives and Life Care plans
- Master’s or Doctorate degree in Nursing
- Minimum of 3–5 years of clinical experience preferred
- Experience in rehabilitation, case management, catastrophic injury, neurology, orthopedics, or chronic care strongly preferred
- Certification in Life Care Planning (CLCP) preferred or willingness to obtain
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases
- Proficiency with medical documentation and report writing
Preferred Experience:
- Medical-legal consulting experience
- Knowledge of Medicare Set-Asides and future care cost projections
- Experience working with attorneys or insurance carriers
- Expert witness experience is a plus
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Flexible schedule options
Remote or hybrid opportunities available
Pay: From $80,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
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