Utilization Review Nurse

Perform prospective, concurrent and retrospective review of inpatient, outpatient, ambulatory and ancillary services to ensure medical necessity, appropriate length of stay, intensity of service and level of care, including appeal requests initiated by providers, facilities and members. May establish care plans and coordinate care through the health care continuum including member outreach assessments. Two (2) of clinical experience which may include acute patient care, discharge planning, case management, and utilization review, etc. Demonstrated clinical knowledge and experience relative to patient care and health care delivery processes. One (1) year health insurance plan experience or managed care environment preferred. Registered Nurse with current unrestricted Michigan Registered Nurse license required. Other requirements: Associate Degree or nursing diploma required, Triage, case management or utilization review experience, Expertise in the use of medical terminology, InterQual knowledge preferred and some weekends and corporate holidays.