Nurse Case Mgr II (US)

Elevance Health•Las Vegas, NV

8d•$79,464 - $130,548•Remote

About The Position

This is a Telephonic Nurse Case Manager II role that enables associates to work virtually full-time, with the exception of required in-person training sessions. The role promotes productivity, supports work-life integration, and ensures essential face-to-face onboarding and skill development. Candidates must be within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) unless an accommodation is granted. The Telephonic Nurse Case Manager II is responsible for care management within the scope of licensure for members with complex and chronic care needs by assessing, developing, implementing, coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating care plans designed to optimize member health care across the care continuum. Performs duties telephonically.

Requirements

Requires BA/BS in a health related field and minimum of 5 years of clinical experience; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.
Current, unrestricted RN license in applicable state(s) required.
Multi-state licensure is required if this individual is providing services in multiple states.

Nice To Haves

Case Management experience is preferred.
Certification as a Case Manager is preferred.
Minimum 2 years’ experience in acute care setting is preferred.
Managed Care experience is preferred.
Ability to talk and type at the same time is preferred.
Demonstrate critical thinking skills when interacting with members is preferred.
Experience with (Microsoft Office) and/or ability to learn new computer programs/systems/software quickly is preferred.
Ability to manage, review and respond to emails/instant messages in a timely fashion is preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensures member access to services appropriate to their health needs.
Conducts assessments to identify individual needs and a specific care management plan to address objectives and goals as identified during assessment.
Implements care plan by facilitating authorizations/referrals as appropriate within benefits structure or through extra-contractual arrangements.
Coordinates internal and external resources to meet identified needs.
Monitors and evaluates effectiveness of the care management plan and modifies as necessary.
Interfaces with Medical Directors and Physician Advisors on the development of care management treatment plans.
Negotiates rates of reimbursement, as applicable.
Assists in problem solving with providers, claims or service issues.
Assists with development of utilization/care management policies and procedures.