LPN Utilization Management Coordinator | Care Advocate

Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital; Marysville (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid benefits

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Long-term disability

Paid time off

Paid holidays

On-site cafeteria

Free meals

Job summary

Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital in Marysville, WA is seeking an LPN Utilization Management Coordinator to review treatment plans and advocate for additional services. The role focuses on efficient use of resources, patient rights, and collaboration with the care team to plan stays and discharges.

Candidates must be an LPN with at least two years in healthcare or managed care, and hold Washington state licensure.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited licensed practical nursing program required.
• At least two (2) years’ experience in a healthcare setting or managed care company, with experience in patient assessment, treatment planning, utilization management, and/or case management.
• Currently licensed to practice by the State of Washington.

Responsibilities

• Review the treatment plan and advocate for additional services as indicated.
• Promote effective use of resources for patients.
• Ensure that patient rights are upheld.
• Maintain ongoing contact with the attending physician, program manager, nurse manager, and other team members.
• Collaborate with the treatment team on continued stay and discharge planning.
• Advocate for the patient to be placed in the appropriate level of care and program.
• Interface with program staff to facilitate a smooth transition at the time of transfer or discharge.

Skills

LPN License

Healthcare assessment

Utilization management

Discharge planning

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) education

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital in Marysville, WA is seeking an LPN Utilization Management Coordinator to review treatment plans and advocate for additional services. The role focuses on efficient use of resources, patient rights, and collaboration with the care team to plan stays and discharges.

Candidates must be an LPN with at least two years in healthcare or managed care, and hold Washington state licensure.