Utilization Review Nurse

Rising Medical Solutions • Chicago, IL

4h • Onsite

About The Position

Rising Medical Solutions has an opening for a Utilization Review Nurse. We are a bill review and cost containment company focused on reducing the cost of healthcare claims through bill review, case management, and utilization review. Our mission is "To make lives better" and everyone at Rising works hard to achieve this goal. This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.

Requirements

• An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing
• Hold an active and unencumbered RN license in one or more states
• 3 to 5 years of clinical practice experience or 2 years of case management and/or UR experience
• The ability to set priorities and work both autonomously and as a team member
• Well-developed time-management, organization, and prioritization skills
• Excellent analytical skills
• Superb oral and written communication
• The ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare summary reports
• Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
• Experience in a fast-paced, multi-faceted environment
• Demonstrated persistence and attention to detail
• General understanding of CPT and ICD-9/ICD-10 codes and Medicare guidelines
• Working knowledge of: Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to remain calm during stressful situations
• A customer-service mindset

Nice To Haves

• More than one state license (a plus)
• Experience with Workers' Compensation, short-term or long-term disability, or liability claims

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of the Utilization Review Process
• Review records and requests for UR, which may arrive via mail, e-mail, fax, or phone
• Utilize evidence-based guidelines to determine if authorization can be given versus having to send the file or for Peer or Physician Review
• Write nurse summaries on all UR files
• Document properly in Rising's database (and client data bases when appropriate), and send determination letters on each completed UR
• Establish collaborative relationships with clients, patients, employers, providers and attorneys
• Track ongoing status of all UR activity so that appropriate turn-around times are met
• Maintain organized files containing clinical documentation of interactions with all parties of every claim
• Utilize good clinical judgment, careful listening, and critical thinking and assessment skills
• Respond to various written and telephonic inquiries regarding status of case
• Must be proficient in the use of a computer, including the use of various software programs simultaneously

Benefits

• Generous Flexible Time Off (take it when you need it!)
• Comprehensive benefit package including health/dental/vision insurance, profit sharing, and 401k matching
• Career Growth Opportunities - We often promote from within
• Professional Development Reimbursement Program (PDRP)
• Part of our new Elevate program designed to recognize and reward employees for their hard work

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree