JOB ID: 2023-4293
Our client is seeking a full time Registered Nurse (RN) Utilization Manager in support of the 1st Special Operations Medical Group at Hurlburt Field, FL. Apply online today and discover more about this outstanding employment opportunity.
Our client is honored to have been named one of The Washington Post’s 2022 Top Workplaces!
Excellent Compensation & Exceptional Comprehensive Benefits!
Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Time, Plus 12 Paid Federal Holidays!
Medical/Dental/Vision, STD, LTD and Life Insurance, Health Savings Account available, and more!
Annual CME Stipend and License/Certification Reimbursement!
Matching 401K!
Compensation (W2):
$30/hr. to $34/hr.
CMEA - USD: $300.00/Yr.
H&W Rate (if applicable): $4.57
H&W Rate Paid as Cash? (if applicable): Yes
Work Schedule:
Normal schedule is Monday - Friday, 9 hours between 7:00am and 5:00pm, including a one hour lunch break.
No Weekends or Holidays!
Job Specific Duties: The type of work may include, but is not limited to, the following:
Develops and implements a comprehensive Utilization Management plan/program in accordance with the facility’s goals and objectives.
Performs data/metrics collection on identified program areas; analyzes and trends results, including over- and underutilization of healthcare resources.
Identifies areas for improvement and cost containment. Reports utilization patterns and provides feedback in a timely manner.
Analyzes medical referrals/appointments and general hospital procedures and regulations by monitoring specialty care referrals for appropriateness, covered benefits, and authorized surgery/medical procedures, laboratory, radiology and pharmacy.
Performs medical necessity review for planned inpatient and outpatient surgery; and performs concurrent review to include length of stay (LOS) for the facility’s inpatients using appropriate criteria.
Reviews previous and present medical care practices for patterns; trends incidents of under-or over-utilization of resources incidental to providing medical care.
Acts as referral approval authority for designated referrals per local/AF/DoD/national guidance and standards. Refers all first-level review failures to the SGH or other POC for further review and disposition.
Verifies eligibility of beneficiaries using Defense Eligibility Enrollment Reporting System (DEERS). Obtains pertinent information from patients/callers and updates data in CHCS, AHLTA, local referral database, and other office automation software programs as appropriate and directed.
Ensures and monitors specialty care referrals for appropriateness, medical necessity, and if the appointment, diagnostic testing, or procedure requested is a covered benefit according to appropriate health plan. If unsure, coordinates with TRICARE Regional Office Clinical Liaison Nurse or reviews TRICARE Operations Manual.
Receives and makes patient telephone calls, written, or e-mail correspondence regarding specialty clinic appointments and referrals following MTF-specific processes.
Routinely monitors referral management Composite Health Care System (CHCS) queue to ensure patients referrals are appointed and closed out.
Ensures Line of Duty paperwork is on file prior to authorization for all reserve and guard member referrals.
Keeps abreast of MTF and local market services and capabilities. Updates capability report as needed/directed.
Conducts referral reconciliation report as directed, identifying all open referrals and provides notification to appropriate personnel for resolution.
Monitors active duty, reserve/guard admissions to civilian hospitals and notifies Case Manager and Patient Administration Element as required.
Serves as a liaison with headquarters, TRICARE regional offices, MTF staff and professional organizations concerning Utilization Management practices.
Collaborates with staff/departments, including, but not limited to: Executive Management, Resource Management, Medical Records, Patient Administration, Group Practice Managers, Health Care Integrators, Coders/Coding Auditors, Population Health Nurse Consultants, Medical Management, Referral Management, TRICARE Operations, patient care teams, Quality Improvement, and the Managed Care Support Contractors.
Coordinates and participates in interdisciplinary team meetings, designated facility meetings, and Care Coordination meetings. Shares knowledge and experiences gained from own clinical practice and education relevant to nursing and utilization management.
Participates in the orientation, education and training of other staff. May serve on committees, work groups, and task forces at the facility. May serve as a member of the Prime Service Area Executive Council (PSAEC).
Must maintain a level of productivity and quality consistent with: complexity of the assignment; facility policies and guidelines; established principles, ethics and standards of practice of professional nursing; the Case Management Society of America (CMSA); American Accreditation Healthcare Commission/Utilization Review Accreditation Commission (URAC); CAMH; (AAAHC); Health Services Inspection (HSI); and other applicable DoD and Service specific guidance and policies. Must also comply with the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Program, infection control and safety policies and procedures.
Follows applicable local MTF/AF/DoD instructions, policies and guidelines.
Completes medical record documentation and coding, and designated tracking logs and data reporting as required by local MTF/AF/DoD instructions, policies and guidance.
Completes all required electronic medical record training, MTF-specific orientation and training programs, and any AF/DoD mandated Utilization Management training.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Associates Degree of Nursing. Graduate from a college or university accredited by National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC), or The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
Experience: One year of experience as an Utilization Manager RN post-graduation.
License: Current, full, active and unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse from any state.
Life Support Certification: Possess a current AHA or ARC BLS Healthcare Provider certification.
Security: Must possess ability to pass a Government background check/security clearance.
Our positions move FAST, so don’t hesitate to apply now or contact us at 1.800.524.2831 Ext. 807. We are super excited to have you join our team of excellence. Email your Resume/CV to HR@medlinesearchpartners.com today!
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Job Types: Full-time, Contract
About Our Client: They are a nationally respected provider of health, science, and technology solutions supporting clients in the government and commercial sectors. They provide comprehensive enterprise information technology, strategic sourcing, and management solutions to DoD and federal civilian agencies in 40 states. Founded in 2006, headquartered in Laurel, MD and maintains satellite offices in Montgomery, AL and San Antonio, TX - plus project locations nationwide. Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran.