TravelNurseSource is working with Magnet Medical to find a qualified Utilization Review RN in Honolulu, Hawaii, 96813!
Pay Information
$2,386 per week
About The Position
The Registered Nurse (RN) – Utilization Review (UR) is responsible for ensuring that healthcare services provided to patients are medically necessary, appropriate, and efficient. The RN in this role works with healthcare providers, insurance companies, and patients to review medical records, treatment plans, and clinical data to determine the appropriate level of care and ensure compliance with healthcare policies and regulations. This role requires a strong understanding of clinical care, health insurance guidelines, and hospital operations to make informed decisions that optimize patient care and resource utilization.
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Key Responsibilities :
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Utilization Review and Clinical Evaluation :
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Review patient medical records, treatment plans, and clinical data to assess the appropriateness of the care being provided and the necessity for continued hospitalization or services.\nAssess the medical necessity of procedures, tests, and treatments to ensure they align with established guidelines and criteria, such as those from the InterQual or Milliman Care Guidelines .\nEvaluate whether the care provided is appropriate, efficient, and meets the standards of care based on clinical evidence.\n\n\n
\nCollaboration with Healthcare Providers :
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Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure that patient care plans are appropriate and cost-effective.\nCommunicate with healthcare teams to discuss any discrepancies or concerns regarding the utilization of resources, care plans, or treatment goals.\nProvide recommendations or alternative care options to improve patient outcomes and optimize resource utilization.\n\n\n
\nInsurance and Payer Interaction :
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Work closely with insurance companies, managed care organizations, and government payers (e.g., Medicare, Medicaid) to review cases for coverage, authorization, and reimbursement.\nSubmit necessary documentation and justification to insurance companies to support medical necessity determinations and secure prior authorization for treatments, procedures, or extended hospital stays.\nResolve any issues related to denied claims or requests for additional documentation to ensure that services are covered by insurance providers.\n\n\n
\nMonitoring of Length of Stay and Discharge Planning :
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Monitor patient length of stay (LOS) to identify potential delays in discharge and ensure that patients are not staying in the hospital longer than necessary.\nWork with case management teams to develop appropriate discharge plans, ensuring that the patient is ready for discharge and has the necessary resources and follow-up care.\nIdentify potential barriers to discharge and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to address these issues and facilitate a timely discharge.\n\n\n
\nCompliance and Quality Assurance :
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Ensure that utilization review practices comply with regulatory standards, including The Joint Commission (TJC), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and other state or federal regulations.\nAssist with audits to evaluate the efficiency and accuracy of utilization management processes, making improvements where necessary.\nMaintain up-to-date knowledge of healthcare regulations, coding guidelines (ICD-10, CPT), and payer-specific policies to ensure accurate documentation and compliance.\n\n\n
\nDocumentation and Reporting :
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Document findings from utilization reviews in the appropriate systems and ensure accurate record-keeping for insurance purposes and quality improvement efforts.\nPrepare reports on utilization metrics, including patterns in hospital admissions, readmissions, and discharge delays, for management and leadership review.\nProvide detailed, evidence-based rationales for medical necessity determinations and collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure compliance with UR protocols.\n\n\n
\nCase Review and Decision-Making :
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Perform retrospective and concurrent review of patient cases to determine if the level of care aligns with guidelines and if resources are being utilized efficiently.\nRecommend the appropriate level of care (e.g., inpatient, outpatient, skilled nursing facility) based on clinical findings and guidelines.\nProvide feedback to clinicians and healthcare teams regarding any areas for improvement in care planning or resource utilization.\n\n\n
\nEducation and Training :
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Educate staff and providers on the importance of utilization review processes, medical necessity criteria, and compliance with payer requirements.\nStay current on the latest healthcare policies, clinical guidelines, and best practices for utilization management.\nParticipate in continuing education and training programs related to UR, case management, or quality improvement initiatives.\n\n\n
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Job Requirements
Required for Onboarding
BLSAbout Magnet Medical
We are new and nimble! Even though our company is new we have over 30 years of experience in the Healthcare Staffing world. We have taken all the exceptional things we’ve learned over the years and put them into Magnet MEdical. We are committed to providing the best Quality, Care, Service and Support to those who are providing care to the patients. We work with Hospitals and Skilled Nursing Facilities across all 50 states. We can’t do our jobs without you so let’s work together to help you meet all of your goals!
We have recently merged two staffing companies to create Magnet Medical which allows us to offer more opportunities to our travelers!
Modalities we staff :
Registered NursesLPN / LVNPT's and PTA'sOT's and COTA'sSLPSurgical Tech'sSterile Processing Tech'sSince we are new and nimble, we are not set in our ways so that we can be flexible to our candidate and client needs. We are here when you need us!