Nurse Practitioner Np Primary Care in Texas

Become a part of our caring community The Pre-Authorization Nurse reviews prior authorization requests for appropriate care and setting, following guidelines and policies, and approves services or forward requests to the appropriate stakeholder. The Pre-Authorization Nurse 2 work assignments are varied and frequently require interpretation and independent determination of the appropriate courses of action. The Pre-Authorization Nurse completes medical necessity and level of care reviews for requested services using clinical judgment, and refers to team members for review depending on case findings. Educate providers on utilization and medical management processes. Enter and maintain relevant clinical information in various medical management systems. Understand 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. Use your skills to make an impact Required Qualifications 2+ years of RN experience Active RN license in the state of Indiana Ability to be licensed in multiple states without restrictions Previous experience in utilization management, case management, discharge planning and/or home health or rehab Proficient with MS Office products including Word, Excel and Outlook Ability to work independently under general instructions and with a team Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree MCO experience Health Plan experience working with large carriers Previous Medicare/Medicaid experience Outpatient or home health experience in Utilization Manageme