LPN: QA & Utilization Review (Mon–Fri, 8–5)

Recruitology; Complete (MS); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State health insurance

State retirement plan (PERS)

18 days personal leave per year

12 days medical leave per year

10 paid holidays per year

Leave accrual without cap

Semi-monthly pay with direct deposit

Job summary

East Mississippi State Hospital in Meridian, MS is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support its Quality Assurance and Utilization Review programs. The role offers a weekday schedule (8:00 AM–5:00 PM) with no nights or weekends and state benefits.

You will track HBIPS data, conduct UR activities, and report metrics to the QA Director while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to improve care quality.

Qualifications

• Certificate from an approved school of nursing
• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing
• 0-4 years of nursing experience
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Track, trend, and submit Hospital-Based Inpatient Psychiatric Services (HBIPS) data accurately and on time
• Carry out utilization review activities according to established policies and procedures
• Collect, analyze, combine, and report utilization review data to the QA Director each month
• Collect, analyze, combine, and report assigned quality assurance data to the QA Director each month
• Keep accurate records and help ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory standards
• Work with interdisciplinary teams on quality improvement efforts

Education

LPN certificate / diploma from approved school

Job description

East Mississippi State Hospital in Meridian, MS is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support its Quality Assurance and Utilization Review programs. The role offers a weekday schedule (8:00 AM–5:00 PM) with no nights or weekends and state benefits.

You will track HBIPS data, conduct UR activities, and report metrics to the QA Director while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to improve care quality.