Rn Utilization Review - Weekend Emergency Department

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Not specified
Coordinate patient care across providers
Establish working diagnosis on initial review
Communicate target length of stay estimates
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Registered Nurse for Utilization Review in the Weekend Emergency Department. The role involves coordinating patient care to enhance health outcomes and reduce hospitalizations, requiring a combination of clinical expertise and effective communication skills

Job Summary

  • The role combines clinical nursing knowledge with case management to improve health outcomes and reduce hospitalizations.
  • UAMS offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, retirement matching up to 10%, and education discounts.
  • The position requires initiating referrals to internal and external teams while ensuring patients receive the right care at the right time.

Matching Summary

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Registered Nurse for Utilization Review in the Weekend Emergency Department. The role involves coordinating patient care to enhance health outcomes and reduce hospitalizations, requiring a combination of clinical expertise and effective communication skills.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits eligible including health, retirement, and education discounts

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Coordinate patient care across providers
  • Establish working diagnosis on initial review
  • Communicate target length of stay estimates
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
  • Document team and physician communications

Nice-to-have

  • Proactive approach to avoidable discharge delays
  • Patient and family centered care environment
  • Participate in performance improvement processes
  • Support evidence based practice research
  • Promote positive educational experience for staff

Key Requirements

  • Baccalaureate Degree, ADN, or Diploma RN
  • 3 or more years of RN experience
  • Current BLS certification
  • Valid Registered Nursing license
  • Proof of legal authority to work in US

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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