Nursing Jobs in Uniondale, NY
$85,000 - $106,300 / year
Overview Assesses member needs and identifies solutions that promote high quality and cost-effective health care services. Manages providers, members, team, or care manager generated requests for medical services and renders clinical determinations in accordance with healthcare policies as well as applicable state and federal regulations. Delivers timely notification detailing clinical decisions. Coordinates with management, subject matter experts, physicians, member representatives, and discharge planners in utilization tracking, care coordination, and monitoring to ensure care is appropriate, timely and cost effective. Works under general supervision. What We Provide Referral bonus opportunities Generous paid time off (PTO), starting at 30 days of paid time off and 9 company holidays Health insurance plan for you and your loved ones, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Employer-matched retirement saving funds Personal and financial wellness programs Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care Generous tuition reimbursement for qualifying degrees Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement Internal mobility, generous tuition reimbursement, CEU credits, and advancement opportunities. What You Will Do Conducts comprehensive review of all components related to requests for services which includes a clinical record review and interviews with members, clinical staff, medical providers, paraprofessional staff, caregivers and other relevant sources as necessary. Examines standards and criteria to ensure medical necessity and appropriateness of admissions, treatment, level of care and lengths of stay. Performs prior authorization and concurrent reviews to ensure extended treatment is medically necessary and being conducted in the right setting. Reviews requests for outpatient and inpatient admission; approves services or consults with medical directors when case does not meet medical necessity criteria. Ensures compliance with state and federal regulatory standards and VNS Health policies and procedures. Participates in case conferences with management. Identifies opportunities for alternative care options and contributes to the development of patient focused plan of care to facilitate a safe discharge and transition back into the community after hospitalization. Reviews covered and coordinated services in accordance with established plan benefits, application of evidenced based medical criteria, and regulatory requirements to ensure appropriate authorization of services and execution of the plan’s fiduciary responsibilities. Identifies and provides recommendations for improvement regarding department processes and procedures. Maintains current knowledge of organizational or state-wide trends that affect member eligibility and the need for issuance of Determination Notices Improves clinical and cost-effective outcomes such as reduction of hospital admissions and emergency department visits through on-going member education, care management and collaboration with IDT members. Provides input and recommendations for design and development of, processes and procedures for effective member case management, efficient department operations, and excellent customer service. Maintains accurate record of all care management. Maintains written progress notes and verbal communications according to program guidelines. Verifies that all aspects of the clinical record are in agreement with the member’s clinical and functional status. Utilizes VNS Health and state approved assessment and documentation as well as interviews with members, family, and care providers in decision-making. Performs annual clinical co-visits for nurses as well as two initial co-visits during the first six months for new hires as follows: one within first three weeks and a second within the first six months. Provides feedback to therapist and management; assists in development of plans to address improvement needs as appropriate. For Utilization Management Only: Issues Determinations, Notices of Action, and other forms of communication to members and providers which communicate VNS Health’s determinations. Ensures all records/logs related to decision requests, Notices of Action, and other communications required by state or federal regulations are saved in the Utilization Management System. Reviews, evaluates and determines the appropriateness of requests, utilize the most appropriate clinical care guidelines based on clinical practice guidelines. Adheres to all federal and regulatory requirements. Evaluates and analyzes care and utilization trends/issues and identifies opportunities for better coordination of members’ care. Qualifications Licenses and Certifications: Current license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State required. Certified Case Manager preferred Education: Associate's Degree in Nursing required. Bachelor's Degree or Master’s degree in nursing preferred Work Experience: Minimum two years of experience with strong cost containment /case management background or two years acute inpatient hospital experience in chronic or complex care required Must have experience and qualifications demonstrating knowledge of working with the LTSS eligible population. preferred Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations required Excellent organizational and time management skills, interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication skills. Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Power-Point, and Word and strong typing skills required Knowledge of Medicaid and/or Medicare regulations required Knowledge of Milliman criteria (MCG) preferred For UM Only: Experience must be with a Managed Care Organization or Health Plan. For SelectHealth ETE Only: Experience in Public Health programming, delivery and evaluation preferred Experience working with community-based organizations in underserved communities preferred Pay Range USD $85,000.00 - USD $106,300.00 /Yr. About Us VNS Health has been committed to meeting the needs of New Yorkers for over 130 years. We’re one of the largest nonprofit home- and community-based health care organizations in the country, and today, more than 11,500 team members work together to make a difference in the lives of more than 99,000 patients and members on any given day. 
$125,400 - $200,700 / hour
About Us: The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe. Exciting Opportunity at MSK: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) is hiring four Registered Nurse Case Managers at our main campus in Manhattan. Ready for a change from traditional bedside nursing—but not ready to step away from patient care? As an RN Case Manager at MSK, you’ll use your clinical judgment and nursing experience in a new way, helping patients and families navigate complex cancer care. Case management is much more than paperwork. You’ll assess patient needs, solve problems, advocate for patients, and work closely with nurses, physicians, social workers, insurance providers, and other partners. While case management experience is preferred, experienced hospital nurses with strong transferable skills are encouraged to apply. Role Overview: Provide case management for a group of oncology patients Begin assessing discharge-planning needs when a patient is admitted Review each patient’s progress and identify the services needed for a safe and timely transition to the next level of care Coordinate home care, equipment, services, and follow-up care Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide continuity throughout treatment and follow-up Communicate with physicians and clinical nursing staff about ongoing patient care Connect with insurance carriers and MSK billing teams to obtain treatment authorizations and support appeals Follow select patients in the outpatient setting Key Qualifications: Current New York State Registered Nurse license and registration required BSN required At least two to three years of clinical hospital nursing experience Case management, utilization review, or managed-care experience strongly preferred—but not required Knowledge of state and federal health-insurance regulations preferred Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Core Skills: Strong clinical judgment and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Ability to advocate for patients and families Strong decision-making and negotiation skills Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams Organization and attention to detail Additional Information: Schedule: Five eight-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, with on-call responsibilities and rotating weekend coverage Location: 1275 York Avenue, New York, NY Helpful Links : MSK Compensation Philosophy Review Our Greats Benefits Offerings At MSK, you’ll join a Magnet-recognized organization and work alongside nationally recognized oncology experts. Your bedside nursing experience has prepared you for more possibilities than you may realize. This is an opportunity to grow your career while continuing to make a meaningful difference for patients and families. Ready to use your nursing experience in a new way? Apply today to join MSK’s Case Management team. Pay Range: $125,400.00 - $200,700.00 FSLA Status: Exempt Closing : At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills. MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. 
