Utilization Mgmt RN ED Care Coordination Full Time Evenings

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 6:00pm -2:00AM. Monday through Friday. No weekends /holidays. This is not a remote position. At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Job DescriptionThis position is in the

ED:

 6:00pm -2:00AM. Monday through Friday. No weekends /holidays. This is not a remote position. The Utilization Management RN reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

The Utilization Management nurse role is to ensure that health care services are administered with quality, cost efficiency, and within compliance by continuously reviewing the EMR and collaborating with the health care team.

Responsibilities:

Concurrent review of patients clinical information for efficiency and correct level of care and admission statusInterface with payers concurrently and after discharge to obtain authorizationConcurrent denials managementCollaborates with the denials management teamOngoing review of pre-certification requests for medical necessityMonitor the activities of clinical and non-clinical staffCollaborates with the health care team and payers to assist with coordinating patients discharge planning needsEmploy effective use of knowledge, critical thinking and skillsWork in an intensive, fast-paced environment with minimal supervisionAbility to stay organized and interact well with others in any situationProvide updates to Director of Utilization Management for review

QualificationsRequired:

Bachelor's degree in NursingState licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)

Preferred:

Master's degreeMinimum 2 years of prior experience in Utilization ManagementUtilization Management or Case Management certificationAdditional InformationNorthwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background CheckNorthwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. BenefitsWe offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus.

Exception:

New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.