Clinical Review Nurse-Concurrent Review

Centene Corporation; Oklahoma; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Centene Corporation is seeking qualified nurses to perform concurrent reviews, determine appropriate care levels, and support discharge planning for members. The role emphasizes collaboration with Medical Affairs and providers to ensure medically necessary, high‑quality care and adherence to utilization guidelines.

Ideal candidates have an accredited nursing degree, 2+ years acute care experience, and familiarity with Medicare/Medicaid regulations.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing or have a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing with 2–4 years of related experience.
• 2+ years of acute care experience is required.
• Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations is preferred.
• Knowledge of utilization management processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs concurrent reviews to determine appropriate level of care and setting.
• Reviews quality and discharge planning including acuity, resource use, and length of stay.
• Collaborates with Medical Affairs/Directors on member care decisions.
• Documents findings and actions in health management systems per utilization policies.
• Educates providers on utilization processes to ensure high‑quality care.

Skills

Acute care

Utilization review

Discharge planning

Provider education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Graduate from Accredited School of Nursing

Job description

Position Purpose:

Performs concurrent reviews, including determining member's overall health, reviewing the type of care being delivered, evaluating medical necessity, and contributing to discharge planning according to care policies and guidelines. Assists evaluating inpatient services to validate the necessity and setting of care being delivered to the member.

Key Details:

There are 2 positions available, remote/work from home. The work schedule will be Monday-Friday 8am - 5pm based on the time zone in which the applicant resides and will include rotational weekends and holidays. Ideal applicants will have a minimum of 3 yrs. neonatal level II or IV NICU experience, NICU certification is a plus. Compact nursing licensure is preferred or the ability to achieve licensure in other states; e.g. CA, OR, IL, MI or NV.

• Performs concurrent reviews of member for appropriate care and setting to determine overall health and appropriate level of care
• Reviews quality and continuity of care by reviewing acuity level, resource consumption, length of stay, and discharge planning of member
• Works with Medical Affairs and/or Medical Directors as needed to discuss member care being delivered
• Collects, documents, and maintains concurrent review findings, discharge plans, and actions taken on member medical records in health management systems according to utilization management policies and guidelines
• Works with healthcare providers to approve medical determinations or provide recommendations based on requested services and concurrent review findingsAssists with providing education to providers on utilization processes to ensure high quality appropriate care to members
• Provides feedback to leadership on opportunities to improve appropriate level of care and medically necessity based on clinical policies and guidelines
• Reviews member’s transfer or discharge plans to ensure a timely discharge between levels of care and facilities
• Collaborates with care management on referral of members as appropriate
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Education/Experience:

Requires Graduate from an Accredited School of Nursing or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and 2 – 4 years of related experience. 2+ years of acute care experience required.

Clinical knowledge and ability to determine overall health of member including treatment needs and appropriate level of care preferred.

Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations preferred.

Knowledge of utilization management processes preferred.

License/Certification:

• LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure required
• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure For State of Nevada required

At Centene, we connect people to the care they need to live healthier lives — and the work you do here makes that impact real every day. You’ll take on meaningful challenges that directly support individuals, families, and communities, building your skills while making healthcare more accessible and effective. It’s work with a purpose you can see, backed by a team committed to improving lives well beyond the workday.

Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.

Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act