RN Case Manager / Utilization Review

RN Case Manager / Utilization Review - Syracuse, NY (#25268)

Location: Acute Care/Academic Medical Center, Syracuse, NY
Employment Type: Full-time
Hourly Rate: $65/hour

About Greenlife Healthcare Staffing:

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is a leading nationwide recruitment agency dedicated to connecting healthcare professionals with top-tier opportunities. We partner with hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, multi-specialty groups, and private practices to match talented individuals with roles that align with their skills and career goals.

Position Overview:

Optimize patient care transitions and resource utilization in a premier academic medical center. Lead utilization review, discharge planning, and interdisciplinary coordination for high-acuity patients while ensuring compliance with EPIC documentation standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct utilization reviews for appropriate care level/coverage
• Coordinate discharge planning and post-acute care transitions
• Document care coordination in EPIC
• Ensure compliance with payer guidelines and regulations
• Collaborate with ED teams for rapid case management
• Analyze resource utilization trends and recommend improvements

Qualifications:

• Education: ADN/BSN from an accredited program
• Licensure: Current and active New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license is required.
• Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required; candidates must hold a current certification or be willing to obtain recertification prior to employment.
• Experience:
• Minimum of 1 year of recent experience (within the last 2 years) in an acute care hospital setting of similar size and complexity.
• Proven experience in hospital case management within an acute care environment is essential.
• Preferred: Previous experience in Emergency Department Case Management (ED CM) is highly desirable and will be considered a strong asset.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in the EPIC Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system is required.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation: $65/hour
• Comprehensive Benefits: Sick leave
• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Day Shift))
• Professional Growth: Academic medical center exposure