Company name
Humana Inc.
Location
Louisville, KY, United States
Employment Type
Full-Time
Industry
Healthcare, Nursing
Posted on
Jul 01, 2022
Profile
Description
The Utilization Management Nurse 2 utilizes clinical nursing skills to support the coordination, documentation and communication of medical services and/or benefit administration determinations. The Utilization Management Nurse 2 work assignments are varied and frequently require interpretation and independent determination of the appropriate courses of action.
Responsibilities
The Utilization Management Nurse 2 uses clinical knowledge, communication skills, and independent critical thinking skills towards interpreting criteria, policies, and procedures to provide the best and most appropriate treatment, care or services for members. Coordinates and communicates with providers, members, or other parties to facilitate optimal care and treatment. Understands department, segment, and organizational strategy and operating objectives, including their linkages to related areas. Makes decisions regarding own work methods, occasionally in ambiguous situations, and requires minimal direction and receives guidance where needed. Follows established guidelines/procedures.
Required Qualifications
Active RN license in the state(s) in which the nurse is required to practice
Prior clinical experience in an acute care setting
Ability to work independently under general instructions and with a team
Ability to research and problem solve independently
Strong listening and communication skills
Positive attitude and ability to adapt to change quickly
Proficient with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook and Excel
Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences
This role is considered patient facing. If selected for this role, you will be required to be screened for TB
Preferred Qualifications
Education: BSN or Bachelor's degree in a related field
Previous Medicare Experience
Health Plan experience
Previous experience in utilization review
Work-At-Home Requirements
WAH requirements: Must have the ability to provide a high speed DSL or cable modem for a home office. Associates or contractors who live and work from home in the state of California will be provided payment for their internet expense
A minimum standard speed for optimal performance of 25x10 (25mpbs download x 10mpbs upload) is required
Satellite and Wireless Internet service is NOT allowed for this role
A dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information
Additional Information
Work location: This role requires being onsite daily at UK Medical
Hours are: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm EST
Currently this role is full time work at home all day due to COVID-19 and will remain so until it is considered safe for associates to be onsite at healthcare facilities once again
Humana and its subsidiaries require vaccinated associates who work outside of their home to submit proof of vaccination, including COVID-19 boosters. Associates who remain unvaccinated must either undergo weekly negative COVID testing OR wear a mask at all times while in a Humana facility or while working in the field.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Company info
Humana Inc.
Website : http://www.humana.com