Registered Nurse Utilization Review

Your future role at a glance

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Facility: Remote | Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital

Schedule: Days | Full-time

Salary Range: $84,060.91 - $118,668.99

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program , counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Lead the end-to-end medical necessity review process, ensuring admissions and service requests meet all reimbursement and compliance criteria.
• Provide expert case management and consultation for high-complexity cases to optimize patient outcomes.
• Resolve departmental hurdles related to coding, documentation, and precertification while navigating the claims and appeals process.
• Strategize with the healthcare team to assess and execute seamless discharge plans tailored to patient needs.
• Spearhead compliance with federal and third-party payer regulations, leveraging data and utilization reports to drive operational excellence.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Licensed Registered Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Licensed as a Registered Nurse in Florida. Credentialed from State Board of Nursing or current home state license for multi-state license recognition "Compact State" obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire required.

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Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end medical necessity review process, ensuring admissions and service requests meet all reimbursement and compliance criteria.
• Provide expert case management and consultation for high-complexity cases to optimize patient outcomes.
• Resolve departmental hurdles related to coding, documentation, and precertification while navigating the claims and appeals process.
• Strategize with the healthcare team to assess and execute seamless discharge plans tailored to patient needs.
• Spearhead compliance with federal and third-party payer regulations, leveraging data and utilization reports to drive operational excellence.

Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Licensed Registered Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Licensed as a Registered Nurse in Florida. Credentialed from State Board of Nursing or current home state license for multi-state license recognition "Compact State" obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire required.