Nurse Paralegal

The candidate will be reviewing medical records and reporting on same, all in a time-sensitive and confidential basis. Skills include identification and summarization of the medical treatment rendered, complaints, injuries and identification of missing records/additional records needed. Must have medical records experience and nursing background. Obstetrics experience a plus. Successful candidate will have exceptional organization and time management skills, be a team player, and be highly proficient in Microsoft Office, records management programs and timekeeping software.

Duties:

• Performs a variety of complex duties with limited supervision.
• Supports attorneys with medical-related litigation.
• Supports legal team by analyzing and summarizing medical records.
• Conducts medical journal research and abstract medical records.
• Organizes and prepares both outline and narrative summaries of the records for internal use.
• Analyzes medical records and billings to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the medical evidence including pre-existing or co-existing medical conditions.
• Prepares case analysis.
• Identifies issues, omissions, and discrepancies.
• Assists attorneys with medical evidence preparation and organization for depositions, hearing, or trial.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate Degree in Nursing or higher from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Valid nursing license
• 1-5 years of experience as a registered nurse in clinical practice.
• Proficient understanding and utilization of medical terminology, anatomical drawings, laboratory tests, and medications.
• Possess thorough understanding of medical conditions to explain or illustrate a diagnosis.
• In office position with two remote days a month.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in a law firm or legal department
• Nursing experience in obstetrics