RN Utilization Documentation Specialist

Functions under the direction of the Utilization Documentation Manager and Director of Case Management. Demonstrates fiscal responsibility related to patient needs, resource utilization, payer requirements and organizational goals; also acts as a model of outcomes for quality, value and efficiency. Screens medical records for admission and concurrent criteria (medical necessity/level of care) utilizing InterQual criteria/ 3M endcoder and documenting the review in the Case Management software system and/or hospital EMR. Secures authorization/certification for services by communicating necessary and requested information with payors. Communicates information that will impact the discharge plan to the Transitional Care Coordinator to ensure high quality care coordination. Maintains an awareness of the business of medicine and transitional healthcare changes, including but not limited to value-based purchasing, bundled payments, accountable care organizations and the readmission reduction program. Special Qualifications Required: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in South Carolina; Three years of hospital clinical nursing experience in designated practice area. CPR within 1 month of employment. Preferred: BSN or Baccalaureate degree in health-related field; Two years experience as Utilization Reviewer/Care Coordinator or Clinical Documentation Specialist with knowledge of third party reimbursement requirements; Practice experience in Critical Care, Emergency Care or Surgical Care. National certification.