Registered Nurse Paralegal

Stearns Weaver Miller Weissler Alhadeff & Sitterson P A • Fort Lauderdale, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Stearns Weaver Miller Weissler Alhadeff & Sitterson, P.A. is seeking a Registered Nurse Paralegal to support its medical malpractice and general liability litigation team in the Fort Lauderdale office. The role involves analyzing medical records and preparing medical evidence and case materials for attorneys, depositions, hearings, and trial. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, at least 6–8 years of experience as a registered nurse, and 5+ years of law firm experience. Paralegal certification is preferred. At interview, candidates will be asked to provide a writing sample of chronological medical summaries and a list of client/case names for conflict checking.

Requirements

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Research, analytical, organizational, and critical-thinking skills.
• High degree of initiative and ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Flexibility to work overtime.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Proficient understanding and utilization of medical technology, anatomical drawing, laboratory technology, and medication.
• Thorough understanding of medical conditions and ability to explain a diagnosis.
• 6–8 years of experience as a registered nurse.
• 5+ years of law firm experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• General knowledge of AI platforms.
• Familiarity with an electronic document management system.

Nice To Haves

• Paralegal Certification.
• Experience using iManage.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with preparing and organizing medical evidence for depositions, hearings, and trial, including compiling witness-specific medical records for provider depositions and trial.
• Review and analyze medical records to evaluate the claimant’s or plaintiff’s care and status.
• Prepare medical chronologies, case-specific timelines, and medical summaries.
• Assist with retention, communication, and preparation of expert witnesses and expert materials.
• Assist with discovery and medical research, including preparing case analysis memoranda for attorneys.
• Create outlines and narrative summaries, chronologies of medical records, correspondence, and reports based on expert opinions for clients.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level