Field Nurse Case Manager - Springfield​/Joplin, MO

Paradigm is an accountable specialty care management organization focused on improving the lives of people with complex injuries and diagnoses. The company has been a pioneer in value‑based care since 1991 and has an exceptional track record of generating the very best outcomes for patients, payers, and providers. Deep clinical expertise is the foundation for every part of Paradigm’s business: risk‑based clinical solutions, case management, specialty networks, home health, shared decision support, and payment integrity programs.

We’re proud to be recognized—again! For the fourth year in a row, we’ve been certified by Great Place to Work®, and for the third consecutive year, we’ve earned a spot on Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Health Care™ list. These honors reflect our unwavering commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and employee‑centric culture where people thrive.

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Paradigm is looking for a full‑time, 0.75 – 1.0 FTE (30‑40 hours per week) benefited Field Nurse Case Manager to cover the Springfield/Joplin, MO area. This is a salaried position: base salary range at 0.75 FTE is $66,000‑$71,000. At 1.0 FTE, the base salary range is $87,000‑$92,000 annually. The role is hybrid; candidates must be located in the Springfield/Joplin area and be willing to travel 80% of the time for in‑person patient appointments.

A compact RN license in the state of Missouri is required.

The field nurse case manager is responsible for the medical case management of work‑related injuries, which includes assessment, planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of injured/disabled individuals. The case manager works with insurance carriers, medical care providers, attorneys, employers, and employees, closely monitoring progress and reporting results back to the employer and insurance carriers.

• Meaningful work: better outcomes for all isn’t just a tagline. It’s what guides us every day.
• Exceptional people: you’ll work alongside smart people who share a commitment to excellence and a dedication to service.
• Collaborative culture: a spirit of collaboration and care is evident in everything we do. We promote inclusivity and value diversity of all kinds.

• Current, unencumbered compact Registered Nurse (RN) license in Missouri required.
• Experience in case management of workers’ comp cases strongly preferred.
• Recommended certifications (CCM, CRRN, CDMS, CRC) strongly preferred (must obtain within two years of hire).
• Organization and timeline adherence skills, PC and technology skills, communication skills (written, verbal, and interpersonal).
• Ability to operate autonomously with minimal oversight.
• Skilled at patient education.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving history.

• Health and wellness: PPO, HDHP, and HMO health insurance options with Cigna and Kaiser (CA employees only).
• Financial incentives: competitive salaries, 5% premium bonus, premium pay for catastrophic files, cell phone and internet reimbursement, mileage reimbursement (federal rate), 401(k) matching contributions, employer‑paid life and disability insurance, flexible spending, and employer‑matched HSA contributions.
• Vacation: paid time off, paid holidays, and a personal holiday.
• Volunteer Time: one paid day per calendar year for full and part‑time employees.
• Learning and development: dedicated training department, 8‑12 week new‑hire onboarding program.

Paradigm believes that fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace is central to our mission. We strive to build a culture that reflects society and empowers employees to bring their whole selves to work.

Paradigm complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Leave Management at leav

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or basis of disability.

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