Utilization Management Nurse, RN (Remote)

Perks

IEHP is not only committed to healing and inspiring the human spirit of our Members, but we also aim to match our team members with the same energy by providing prime benefits and more

• Competitive salary
• Telecommute schedule
• State of the art fitness center on-site
• Medical Insurance with Dental and Vision
• Life, short-term, and long-term disability options
• Career advancement opportunities and professional development
• Wellness programs that promote a healthy work-life balance
• Flexible Spending Account – Health Care/Childcare
• CalPERS retirement
• 457(b) option with a contribution match
• Paid life insurance for employees
• Pet care insurance

Education & Requirements 

• A minimum of two (2) years of direct, hands‑on clinical patient care experience in an acute care facility utilizing an active RN license is required.
• Experience in an HMO or experience in a Managed Care setting preferred
• High school diploma or GED required
  • Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited institution preferred
• Possession of an active, unrestricted, and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the California BRN required

Key Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and understanding of:
  
  • Nationally recognized UM criteria.
    
  • Title 22, Title 10, DMHC, DHCS, CMS, and state regulatory requirements specifically as they relate to UM/Health Plan correspondence.
    
  • Clinical nursing practice, standards of care, and medical terminology
    
  • Medical necessity standards and benefit interpretation.
    
• Strong proficiency in the following areas:
  
  • Clinical assessment and documentation skills. Skills in documenting UM referral reviews accurately.
    
  • Communication skills (both written and verbal).
    
  • Critical thinking skills.
    
  • Abstracting and interpreting medical information from clinical records.
    
• Demonstrated ability to:
  
  • Express or exchange ideas to impart information to the public and to convey detailed instructions to staff accurately and quickly.
    
  • Manage caseload efficiently.
    
  • Exhibit a high attention to detail.
    
  • Work at a high level of speed while maintaining accuracy.
    
  • Work well with both physicians and nursing staff. 

Start your journey towards a thriving future with IEHP and apply TODAY!

Pay Range

• $91,249.60 USD Annually - $120,910.40 USD Annually