Utilization Management Registered Nurse

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$71,100.00/yr - $97,800.00/yr

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The Utilization Management Nurse 2 utilizes clinical nursing skills to support the coordination, documentation and communication of medical services and/or benefit administration determinations. The Utilization Management Nurse 2 work assignments are varied and frequently require interpretation and independent determination of the appropriate courses of action.

The Utilization Management Nurse 2 uses clinical knowledge, communication skills, and independent critical thinking skills towards interpreting criteria, policies, and procedures to provide the best and most appropriate treatment, care or services for members.

• Coordinates and communicates with providers, members, or other parties to facilitate optimal care and treatment.
• Understands department, segment, and organizational strategy and operating objectives, including their linkages to related areas.
• Makes decisions regarding own work methods, occasionally in ambiguous situations, and requires minimal direction and receives guidance where needed. Follows established guidelines/procedures.
• Medical necessity reviews for Medicaid claims and provider disputes.
• Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences.

• Active unrestricted Compact Registered Nurse (eNLC) license (RN) with no disciplinary action in the state that you reside in, with the ability to obtain multiple state registered nurse licenses.
• At least three (3) years of clinical nursing experience, ideally within acute care, skilled nursing, or rehabilitation settings.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel, systems and platforms.
• Ability to work independently under general instructions and with a team.

• Bachelor's degree.
• Previous experience in prior authorization, claims, provider disputes and/or utilization management in healthcare, health insurance, evaluating medical necessity and appropriateness of care.
• Health Plan/MCO experience.
• Previous Medicare/Medicaid experience a plus.

Workstyle:
Remote work at home.

Location:

Must reside in a state that participates in the enhanced nurse licensure (eNLC).

Schedule:

Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM in most time zones, with ability to work over‑time, weekends as needed to support business needs.

Training:
The training program will span approximately four weeks, with sessions scheduled from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Time. Additional virtual training opportunities will also be provided.

Travel:
Less than 5%.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Health Care Provider

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