LVN Utilization Review Part-time
Valley Children's Healthcare

Utilization Management LVN

Valley Children's Healthcare Madera, CA 93636, US
$29.25 - $49 / hour

Job Summary:

This position is accountable for providing proficient direct and indirect nursing care of patients/families assigned under the direction and supervision of a physician and/or Registered Nurse. LVN practice is performed within the scope of LVN licensure and in accordance with Valley Children's policies.

Qualifications:


Position Summary

The Utilization Management (UM) Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) supports the UM department with clinical documentation review, authorization processing, information gathering, and care coordination. Under the direction of an RN or UM leadership, the LVN assists with timely authorization of services, appropriate resource utilization, and compliance with payer and regulatory requirements.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Review and Authorization

  • Review medical records and gather clinical documentation to support utilization review and authorization activities.
  • Identify missing information and coordinate with providers and care teams to obtain required documentation.
  • Submit and track concurrent authorization requests, follow up on pending determinations, and document approvals, denials, and extensions.
  • Assist RN Utilization Review staff with clinical screening and data collection.
  • Communicate authorization outcomes and required actions to appropriate team members.

Care Coordination and Communication

  • Collaborate with case managers, providers, social workers, and ancillary departments regarding authorization requirements and transitions of care.
  • Respond to inquiries from providers, payers, staff, patients, and families in a timely and professional manner.

Documentation and Compliance

  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR and departmental systems.
  • Follow payer requirements, organizational policies, regulatory standards, and confidentiality guidelines.
  • Participate in audits, quality improvement initiatives, and utilization management data collection and reporting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of medical terminology, disease processes, hospital operations, and continuum of care.
  • Understanding of utilization management, prior authorization, and payer requirements.
  • Ability to review clinical documentation and identify required information.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Proficiency with electronic medical records and Microsoft Office.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

  • High School diploma/G.E.D. required
  • Graduate of an accredited LVN program or equivalent required

Licensure

  • Current California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in good standing
  • BLS - Basic Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association within 30 days of hire or transfer into position (required)

Experience:

  • Minimum of two years of clinical nursing experience.
  • Pediatric healthcare experience preferred.
  • Experience in utilization management, case management, prior authorization, managed care, or insurance processes preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in an acute care pediatric hospital.
  • Familiarity with InterQual®, Milliman Care Guidelines (MCG), or other utilization review criteria.
  • Experience with managed Medicaid, commercial insurance plans, and CCS.

Reporting Relationship

Reports to: Supervisor, Utilization Management – Case Management.


Position Details

  • This is an on-site position working 4 x 8-hours shifts per week

Scope of Practice

The UM LVN functions within the scope of California LVN licensure and organizational policies. Responsibilities are limited to clinical information gathering, documentation review, authorization processing, and communication support.


Medical necessity determinations, independent clinical judgment, complex utilization reviews, denial management, and appeals remain the responsibility of the designated RN.


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation Range:

$29.25 - $49.00

Workshift:

Day (United States of America)

Position Exempt:

No

FTE %:

80

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

32

Daily Hours:

8

Have Questions?

Call Recruitment Services at 559-353-7071 or email us at recruiting@valleychildrens.org
Disclaimer: Final compensation will be dependent upon skills and experience.

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