Legal Nurse Consultant (RN) - Contractor

October 23, 2026

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Description: A Legal Nurse Consultant uses medical expertise to consult with and advise attorneys on injury cases. S/He analyzes complex medical information and renders and informed and objective opinion on the medical-legal matters. Note this position is that of an independent contractor and will require proof of liability insurance.
This position is part-time as needed.

Job Responsibilities:

Review and summarize medical records, communicating essential highlights and important details efficiently and effectively to appropriate parties
Determine an injured-party’s long-term medical requirements and estimate costs for that care
Prepare chronologies or timelines for medical records
Be objective and honest in evaluating the facts of the case
Research and cite medical resources/ professional literature related to the case as applicable
Locate and interview other medical experts to testify
Professional interaction with EKHS staff, members of the medical community, and all customers of EKHS; both in oral and written forms
All work is done within the scope of practice for a Registered Nurse
Other duties as assigned

Pay: $40-45 per hour based on experience and certifications

Requirements:

Job Requirements:

5+ years’ experience in a similar or related role preferred
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Med-legal coursework preferred
Valid state-appropriate RN license in good standing with no restrictions
LNC Certification required
Case Map usage preferred (not required)
Possesses and can demonstrate the professional and technical skills of a Registered Nurse
Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills
Excellent Interpersonal Skills
Strong Organization Skills
High comfort level with computers and computer programs (MS Word, MS Excel, Email)
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to meet deadlines in a high pressure, time sensitive environment
Must be accurate and efficient
Ability to lift to 20 lbs.

Physical Requirements: Candidate must be able to sit the majority of an 8-hour day except for lunch and break times. Candidate must be able to keyboard the majority of an 8-hour day except for lunch and break times. Candidate must have manual dexterity. Candidate must be able to speak on the telephone intermittently throughout the day. Candidate must be able to read and write English fluently. Candidate must be able to provide and confirm safe home office environment. Home office must be HIPAA compliant.

*Requires DSL, fiber or cable internet connection from home 100 Mbps preferred or better*

Work Location: Remote

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