Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Utilization Review Job at Children's Mercy, Kansas City, MO

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  • Children's Mercy
  • Kansas City, MO

Job Description

Job Description

Children's Mercy is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Manager, Utilization Review for a nursing job in Kansas City, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Utilization Review
  • Discipline: RN
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 8 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Staff

Thanks for your interest in Children's Mercy!:\n

Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

 

Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

\n\nOverview:\n

To provide leadership to integrated inpatient teams; assists Director in the management of department; including personnel and fiscal management and development of, and training oversight of programs and services. Responsible for effective utilization review and proper resource management of patients, including patient statusing processes, ongoing monitoring of medical necessity review functions utilizing InterQual and/or MCG screening guidelines, and clinical denials/appeals oversight. Participates in department and hospital performance improvement activities; Responsible for outcomes reporting, quality, and Lean process improvements, and facilitating the quarterly Utilization Review Committee meetings. Provides evidence based and outcome focused family centered care management and services.

 

At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

 

Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

\n\nResponsibilities:\n
  • Personnel management
  • Participates in department and organization performance improvement activities
  • Department management and program development
  • Assists the department Director with fiscal management and accountability
\n\nQualifications:\n
  • Bachelor's Degree in nursing and
    • 3-5 years experience
      • Experience in Utilization Review 
  • Master's Degree in nursing
    • required within 4 years of hire
    • 1-2 years experience
      • Experience in Utilization Review
  • One of the following: Licensed RN - MO, Registered Nurse Multistate License Missouri required upon hire
  • One of the following: Licensed RN - Kansas, Registered Nurse Multistate License Kansas required upon hire
  • RN Compact license for all states besides KS and MO
    • Must obtain KS or MO Compact within 60 days of hire
  • One of the following: American Case Management, Certified Case Manager required upon hire
    • Employees must obtain American Case Management or equivalent within 730 days
    • Employees must obtain Certified Case Manager or equivalent within 730 days
  • Refer to Nursing and Advanced Practice Provider Licensure and Certification policy for required Life Support Certifications Required Upon Hire
\n\nBenefits at Children's Mercy:\n

The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

Learn more about Children’s Mercy benefits. \n\nStarting Pay:\n

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $43.95/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

 

 

\n\nRemote Work/Work from Home:\n

This position is not eligible to work remotely, which means that the person hired will be required to work onsite at one of our Children’s Mercy locations and may not work from home.

#LI-Onsite

\n\nEEO Employer/Disabled/Vet:\n

Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation are all factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free. 

CM is committed to creating a workforce that supports the diverse backgrounds of our patients and families. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team, so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.

If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, and beliefs.

Children's Mercy Hospital Job ID #2025-33695. Posted job title: Manager, Utilization Review

About Children's Mercy

At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

 

Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

Benefits
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • 403b retirement plan
  • Health Care FSA
  • Health savings account

Job Tags

Work experience placement, Seasonal work, Shift work,

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