General Surgery Nurse (LPN/RN): Care & Authorization Pro

Scrmc; Mississippi; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

South Central Regional Medical Center in Laurel, MS, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Registered Nurse (RN) to join the SCC General Surgery team. The role centers on delivering high-quality patient care and coordinating authorizations for imaging, procedures, and surgeries.

You will perform peer-to-peer reviews with insurers to appeal and reverse denials, while ensuring seamless communication among patients, providers, and external facilities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current unrestricted LPN or RN license in Mississippi.
• BLS certification required.
• Minimum of three years of clinical nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care as part of the general surgery team.
• Manage authorization processes for advanced imaging, procedures, and surgeries.
• Perform peer-to-peer reviews with insurance companies to appeal and reverse denials.
• Coordinate between patients, providers, and external facilities to ensure smooth workflow.
• Maintain accurate documentation of authorizations, approvals, and appeals in the EMR.

Skills

BLS certification

Clinical nursing experience

Education

Mississippi LPN or RN license

Job description

South Central Regional Medical Center in Laurel, MS, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Registered Nurse (RN) to join the SCC General Surgery team. The role centers on delivering high-quality patient care and coordinating authorizations for imaging, procedures, and surgeries.

You will perform peer-to-peer reviews with insurers to appeal and reverse denials, while ensuring seamless communication among patients, providers, and external facilities.