Title: Clinical Review Nurse - Concurrent Review
Duration: 6 Months (Possible extension)
Location: Remote - Texas (8am-5pm CST)
Description:
Performs concurrent reviews, including assessing the 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 in evaluating inpatient services to validate the necessity and appropriateness of the care setting for the member.
Education/Experience:
- Graduate from an accredited school of nursing or a bachelor's degree in nursing.
- 2-4 years of related experience preferred.
- Clinical knowledge and ability to assess the overall health of the member, including treatment needs and appropriate level of care, are preferred.
- Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations is preferred.
- Knowledge of utilization management processes is preferred.
License/Certification:
- RN - Registered Nurse, State Licensure required.
- Performs concurrent reviews to determine appropriate care and setting, and to assess overall health and care needs.
- Reviews quality and continuity of care by examining acuity level, resource consumption, length of stay, and discharge planning.
- Collaborates with Medical Affairs and/or Medical Directors regarding member care.
- Documents and maintains review findings, discharge plans, and actions in health management systems according to policies.
- Works with healthcare providers to approve or recommend services based on review findings.
- Provides education to providers on utilization processes to ensure high-quality, appropriate care.
- Provides feedback to leadership for process improvements related to care appropriateness and medical necessity.
- Reviews transfer or discharge plans for timely execution between care levels and facilities.
- Collaborates with care management on member referrals.
- Performs other duties as assigned.