California Licensed Utilization Management Nurse - job 3 of 4

Job Summary

A company is looking for a Utilization Management Nurse, LVN/LPN (Work from home).

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and process prior authorization requests based on clinical guidelines
• Act as a liaison between healthcare providers, patients, and health plans
• Accurately document all authorization activities and maintain compliance with regulations

Required Qualifications, Training, and Education

• Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse (LVN/LPN) with an active, unrestricted California nursing license
• Minimum of 2-3 years of clinical nursing experience, with at least 1 year in utilization review or case management
• Experience in a managed care setting with medical necessity reviews is preferred
• Preferred certifications include Certified Professional in Utilization Review (CPUR) or Certified Case Manager (CCM)
• Additional clinical nursing or case management certifications are a plus