Utilization Review Nurse - LPN (Remote)

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Utilization Management Nurse, where your expertise will ensure patients receive optimal care. This role emphasizes your proficiency in Utilization Review processes and your ability to navigate the complexities of regulatory requirements. You'll collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance patient care and streamline processes in a fully remote setting. If you are passionate about patient-focused care and efficiency, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Full benefit package with employer contribution

Qualifications

• Current PN Nurse license required.
• 2 years of Utilization Management experience in a large health organization.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Utilization Management reviews for accurate data tracking.
• Lead process improvement initiatives with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Utilization Review processes

Data tracking and evaluation

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Knowledge of federal and state regulations

Hospital case management

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Job Summary:

As a Utilization Management Nurse, you'll play a crucial role in our multidisciplinary team, ensuring that patients progress seamlessly through their care journey according to appropriate admission statuses. Proficient in Utilization Review processes, you'll maintain effective procedures to meet regulatory and reimbursement requirements for various payers, both commercial and government.

100% Remote - However, Only candidates on EST Time Zone are considered.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct concurrent and continued stay Utilization Management reviews, ensuring accurate data tracking, evaluation, and reporting.
• Lead or participate actively in process improvement initiatives, collaborating with various departments and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Efficiently manage a diverse workload in a fast-paced, ever-evolving regulatory environment.
• Foster positive collaboration with the Care team to facilitate timely patient progression during their stay.

Job Requirements:

• Current PN Nurse license
• Associate's degree preferred.
• 2 years of Utilization Management experience in large health organization.
• Hospital case management experience is advantageous.
• Proficiency in federal and state regulations (DOH, Medicaid/Medicare) and familiarity with third-party payers and managed care principles.

Salary Range:$80,000+
Benefits: Yes- Full benefit package available with employer contribution.

Join our dynamic team and be part of our commitment to efficient Utilization Management and patient-focused care.

Date of Original Job Posting: 3/23/25