Clinical Review Nurse - Concurrent Review

Centene Corporation•Remote-MO, MO

1d•$27 - $49•Remote

About The Position

This position is fully remote/work from home and supports the Medicaid population. The role is part of the Medical Management/Health Services team and offers a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility. The work schedule is Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm central time zone with 1-2 rotational holidays per year. Applicants must reside in the state of Missouri and hold an active Missouri RN licensure. Ideally, we are looking for applicants with a strong clinical background, and managed care and utilization management/review experience are helpful.

Requirements

Graduate from an Accredited School of Nursing or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing
2 – 4 years of related experience
2+ years of acute care experience required
RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure for MO Medicaid is required.

Nice To Haves

Managed care experience
Utilization management/review experience
Clinical knowledge and ability to determine overall health of member including treatment needs and appropriate level of care
Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations
Knowledge of utilization management processes

Responsibilities

Performs concurrent reviews of member for appropriate care and setting to determine overall health and appropriate level of care
Reviews quality and continuity of care by reviewing acuity level, resource consumption, length of stay, and discharge planning of member
Works with Medical Affairs and/or Medical Directors as needed to discuss member care being delivered
Collects, documents, and maintains concurrent review findings, discharge plans, and actions taken on member medical records in health management systems according to utilization management policies and guidelines
Works with healthcare providers to approve medical determinations or provide recommendations based on requested services and concurrent review findings
Assists with providing education to providers on utilization processes to ensure high quality appropriate care to members
Provides feedback to leadership on opportunities to improve appropriate level of care and medically necessity based on clinical policies and guidelines
Reviews member’s transfer or discharge plans to ensure a timely discharge between levels of care and facilities
Collaborates with care management on referral of members as appropriate
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.