Uncorked: Work Hard. Pour Wine. Log Off.

Uncorked: Work Hard. Pour Wine. Log Off.

Why Boundaries Matter in Work Comp Pour a glass and press play 🍷 In this episode of Work Comp Over Wine, we’re getting real about one of the hardest (and most necessary) skills in this industry—setting boundaries. Because in work comp, the lines blur fast: The emails don’t stop The cases follow you home And “just one more thing” turns into working around the clock We talk about: ✨ Why caring deeply doesn’t mean being available 24/7 ✨ The pressure to always be “on” (and how to break that cycle) ✨ Burnout—how it creeps in and what to watch for ✨ Practical mindset shifts to protect your time and energy Here’s the truth: You can be great at your job without sacrificing your life outside of it. So whether you’re a nurse case manager, adjuster, or anywhere in the work comp world—this episode is your reminder: 👉 Work hard. 👉 Pour the wine. 👉 And log off without guilt. If this hits home, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with someone who needs the reminder. #WorkCompOverWine #WorkComp #NurseCaseManager #BurnoutPrevention #WorkLifeBalance #HealthcareLeadership #CaseManagement

Pour a Big Glass...We're Talking Billing

Episode 3 just dropped 🍷🎙️ Let’s talk about the thing everyone pretends they have figured out… WORK COMP BILLING 😅 In this episode, we get real about: – what actually counts as billable (and what definitely doesn’t) – the little mistakes that turn into BIG payment delays – why your documentation either gets you paid… or gets questioned 👀 – and how to keep your billing clean, clear, and defensible without overthinking it If you’ve ever stared at your invoice like “this feels right???”… this one’s for you. Grab a glass and come hang with us. 🍷 Because messy billing doesn’t just slow things down… it follows you. 👀 #WorkersComp #CaseManagement #NurseCaseManagement #Billing #WorkCompOverWine

Uncorked: Ask Patricia Anything — Work Comp Q&A Unfiltered

Tonight on Work Comp Over Wine, we’re going UNCORKED with a rapid‑fire Q&A featuring Patricia Carothers — nurse case manager extraordinaire and the voice of reason when claims get messy. We’re sipping J Wrigley wine from Oregon’s Willamette Valley (because if we’re talking work comp… we’re doing it with good taste 😄). Check them out ➡️ https://www.wrigleywines.com/ This episode is packed with real‑world talk on the stuff you actually run into: navigating the work comp “team,” staying in your ethical lane, and keeping recovery + return‑to‑work moving without the drama. Drop your questions in the comments for the next Uncorked Q&A — we love a good topic (and a good pour). 🍷✨ #WorkCompOverWine #WorkersComp #CaseManagement #NurseCaseManager #ReturnToWork #ProfessionalBoundaries #WillametteValley #JWrigley

Uncorked: Sipping with Sarah on Leadership, Culture & Work Comp Wizardry

Pour yourself a glass and settle in for a lively, no-filter chat with Sarah — the Work Comp wizard who just leveled up to VP of Business Development. From her frontline case-manager days to building a national powerhouse, Sarah uncorks her full leadership journey, the culture secrets that fuel real results, and the “wizardry” that makes complex claims feel effortless. Real stories, real wine, and zero corporate jargon. What You’ll Hear • Sarah’s origin story: rising from case manager to VP wizard • The leadership shift that unlocked her biggest wins • Why culture is the real magic behind team growth and retention • Work Comp wizardry in action — favorite cases and lessons learned • Practical tips for leaders who want to grow people and results • The one question every emerging leader should ask themselves

First Sip: Why a Work Comp Nurse (and Company Owner) is Pouring Wine and Truth About the System

Welcome to the very first sip of Work Comp over Wine – the podcast where we talk about the real side of workers’ compensation… with a glass of something good in hand. I’m Patricia, a registered nurse with over 35 years in workers’ comp case management. I own a national case management company, and I’ve seen every twist and turn this system throws at injured workers, their families, claims adjusters, and us case managers. If you’ve ever felt like the workers’ comp world forgets the actual human at the center of it all… you’re in the right place. Every episode we’ll cut through the jargon, share real stories from the field, and talk about what actually works (and what definitely doesn’t) to help people heal and get back to life. In this opening episode, I’m pouring out why I started the show, a little about my own journey from bedside nursing to running a national company, and what you can expect going forward — from the biggest frustrations injured workers face to simple mindset shifts that keep case managers from burning out. Grab a seat (and maybe a glass). New episodes drop every other week. If this resonates, hit subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a coworker or client. The more we reach, the better we can make this system — for everyone. Cheers to better outcomes and a little wine-fueled wisdom along the way.