Utilization Management Nurse

Overview

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first

The Utilization Management Nurse 2 utilizes clinical nursing skills to support the coordination, documentation and communication of medical services and/or benefit administration determinations. The Utilization Management Nurse 2 work assignments are varied and frequently require interpretation and independent determination of the appropriate courses of action.

The Utilization Management Nurse 2 uses clinical knowledge, communication skills, and independent critical thinking skills towards interpreting criteria, policies, and procedures to provide the best and most appropriate treatment, care or services for members. Coordinates and communicates with providers, members, or other parties to facilitate optimal care and treatment. Understands department, segment, and organizational strategy and operating objectives, including their linkages to related areas.

Makes decisions regarding own work methods, occasionally in ambiguous situations, and requires minimal direction and receives guidance where needed. Follows established guidelines/procedures.

Use your skills to make an impact

Note:

Responsibilities are described within the original narrative above.

• Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in the (appropriate state) with no disciplinary action

• 3+ years of prior clinical experience as nurse in acute care setting

• Prior experience utilizing comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel

• Prior experience working independently under general instructions and with a team

• Education:
  
  BSN or Bachelor s degree in a related field

• Health Plan experience

• Experience in utilization management or related activities reviewing criteria to ensure appropriateness of care preferred

• Previous Medicare experience a plus

• Milliman MCG experience preferred

• Hours for this role are:
  Monday-Friday 8am-5pm (Various Time Zones)

To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates must meet the following criteria:

• At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is recommended; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested

• Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership

• Associates who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.

• Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job.

• Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information

• Benefits starting day 1 of employment

• Competitive 401k match

• Generous Paid Time Off accrual

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Parent Leave

• Personify perks for well-being

As part of our hiring process for this opportunity, we will be using an interviewing technology called Hire Vue to enhance our hiring and decision-making ability. Hire Vue allows us to quickly connect and gain valuable information from you pertaining to your relevant skills and experience at a time that is best for your schedule.

#Thrive Together #Work At Home

Travel:
While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana s offices for training or meetings may be required.

40

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

$71,100 - $97,800 per year

This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

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