CA Utilization Review Nurse

CA Utilization Review Nurse I

Job Category:
Case Management

This is a remote position.

The Utilization Review Nurse gathers demographic and clinical information on prospective, concurrent and retrospective in-patient admissions and out-patient treatment, certifies the medical necessity and assigns an appropriate length of stay while supporting the goals of the Case Management department and of Cor Vel.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Identifies the necessity of the review process and communicates issues of concern to the appropriate claims staff/customer
• Collects data and analyzes information to make decisions regarding certification or denial of treatment
• Documents all work in the appropriate manner
• Promotes utilization review services with stakeholders
• Complies with all safety rules and regulations during work hours in conjunction with the Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP)
• Additional duties as assigned

Knowledge &

Skills:

• Must have thorough knowledge of both CPT and ICD coding
• Ability to interface with claims staff, attorneys, physicians and their representatives, as well as advisors/clients and coworkers
• Effective organization skills in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Strong time management skills with the ability to meet designated deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Office including Excel spreadsheets
• Knowledge of the workers' compensation claims process preferred
• Knowledge of outpatient utilization review preferred

Education & Experience:

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing with an associate's degree, Bachelor of Science degree or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Current Nursing licensure in the state of operation required; RN is required unless local state regulations permit LVN/LPN
• 4 or more years of recent clinical experience
• Prospective, concurrent, and retrospective utilization review experience preferred
• Experience in the clinical areas of OR, ICU, CCU, ER and/or orthopedics preferred

Pay Range: $30.64 - $45.80 per hour

A list of our benefit offerings can be found on our Cor Vel website:
Cor Vel Careers | Opportunities in Risk Management

Cor Vel is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.