Utilization Review Nurse
Cleveland, OH (on-site)
$40-47/HR
8:30 am-5 pm (M-F)
The UR Nurse plays a critical role in coordinating resident assessments, care planning, utilization review, reimbursement, and interdisciplinary communication to ensure high-quality, cost-effective resident care while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations.
UR Nurse Responsibilities:
Coordinate and oversee completion of MDS 3.0 assessments and comprehensive resident care plans.
Complete assessments for newly admitted residents and residents experiencing significant changes in condition.
Review interdisciplinary documentation to ensure accurate and complete resident assessments.
Maintain compliance with CMS, Medicare, Medicaid, State of Ohio, and federal documentation requirements.
Attend utilization review meetings and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams regarding resident eligibility and insurance coverage.
Monitor Medicare and managed care benefits, including tracking Medicare benefit days.
Promote resident rights, dignity, privacy, and confidentiality.
UR Nurse Qualifications:
Current, valid, and unrestricted LPN or RN license in OH.
Strong clinical assessment skills.
Flexibility to work occasional evenings, weekends, or additional hours as needed.
Knowledge of:
Medicare
Medicaid
PPS reimbursement
Subacute/skilled nursing care
UR Nurse Preferred Qualifications:
Previous MDS coordination and utilization review experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting.
Experience with managed care authorization processes.