Temp Utilization Management Review Nurse LVN

3 weeks ago

San Jose, United States Santaclara Family Health Plan Full time

TEMPORARY POSITION

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department: Health Services

Reports To: Health Services Management

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

Under the guidance and direction of the UM department RN Manager or Director, the Utilization Management Review Nurse (LVN) performs prospective and retrospective clinical review for inpatient and outpatient authorization requests in compliance with all applicable state and federal regulatory requirements, SCFHP policies and procedures, and applicable business requirements. Following regulatory or evidence-based guidelines, assesses for medical necessity of services and/or benefit coverage which result in approved determination for services or the need to collaborate with Medical Directors for potential denial considerations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty listed below.

* Conduct clinical review to ensure effective and appropriate utilization of benefits and services for prospective, concurrent and retrospective/claims review organization determination authorization requests within regulatory turnaround requirements for all SCFHP lines of business.
* Process authorization reviews by applying the appropriate clinical criteria/guidelines, policies and procedures.
* Draft and process timely notification of action (NOA) letters for authorization determinations to providers and to members, in member specific language preferences as identified within member demographic information.
* Coordinate referrals to appropriate departments or programs for member identified continuity of care needs, such as Case Management, Behavioral Health, Managed Long Term Services and Supports (MLTSS), community resources, Pharmacy and Quality.
* Maintain adherence with CMS (Medicare) and DHCS (Medi-Cal) regulatory requirements.
* Facilitate appropriate processing of Letters of Agreement with non-contracted Providers for approved medically necessary services.
* Perform other duties as required or assigned.

REQUIREMENTS - Required (R) Desired (D)

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required or desired.

* Active California Board of Nursing Licensed Vocational Nurse License (LVN) without restriction. (R)
* Minimum one year of licensed related health care experience. (R)
* One year of experience within a Managed Care Health Plan. (D)
* Knowledge of managed care principles and practices with emphasis in Utilization Management and/or Case Management. (R)
* Knowledge of MediCal and/or Medicare guidelines and regulations. (D)
* Knowledge of Milliman/MCG guidelines or other nationally accredited utilization review criteria or standards. (D)
* Ability to consistently meet accuracy and timeline requirements to maintain regulatory compliance. (R)
* Ability to pass random quarterly case file reviews in accordance with departmental monitoring standards.
* Ability to successfully pass departmental bi-annual inter-rater reliability testing. (R)
* Ability to work within an interdisciplinary team structure. (R)
* Proficient in adapting to changing situations and efficiently alternating focus between tasks to support the operations as dictated by business needs. (R)Working knowledge of and the ability to efficiently operate all applicable computer software including applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and specific case management programs. (R)
* Ability to use a keyboard with moderate speed and accuracy. (R)
* Excellent communication skills including the ability to express oneself clearly and concisely when providing service to SCFHP internal departments, members, providers and outside entities over the telephone, in person or in writing as mandated by nursing scope of practice. (R)
* Ability to think and work effectively under pressure and accurately prioritize and complete tasks within established timeframes. (R)
* Ability to assume responsibility and exercise good judgment when making decisions within the scope of the position. (R)
* Ability to maintain confidentiality. (R)
* Ability to comply with all SCFHP policies and procedures. (R)
* Ability to perform the job safely and with respect to others, to property and to individual safety. (R)

WORKING CONDITIONS

Generally, duties are primarily performed in an office environment while sitting or standing at a desk. Incumbents are subject to frequent contact with and interruptions by co-workers, supervisors, and plan members or providers in person, by telephone, and by work-related electronic communications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents must be able to perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation:

* Mobility Requirements: regular bending at the waist, and reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, to retrieve and store files and supplies and sit or stand for extended periods of time; (R)
* Lifting Requirements: regularly lift and carry files, notebooks, and office supplies that may weigh up to 5 pounds; (R)
* Visual Requirements: ability to read information in printed materials and on a computer screen; perform close-up work; clarity of vision is required at 20 inches or less; (R)
* Dexterity Requirements: regular use of hands, wrists, and finger movements; ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboard); writing (note-taking); ability to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment (R)
* Hearing/Talking Requirements: ability to hear normal speech, hear and talk to exchange information in person and on telephone; (R)
* Reasoning Requirements: ability to think and work effectively under pressure; ability to effectively serve customers; decision making, maintain a concentrated level of attention to information communicated in person and by telephone throughout a typical workday; attention to detail. (R)

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

General office conditions. May be exposed to moderate noise levels.

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