Experienced Utilization Review Nurse skilled in teamwork and clinical data analysis. Adept at ensuring regulatory compliance and facilitating effective communication with healthcare providers, contributing to enhanced patient outcomes and cost management.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Utilization Review Nurse Behavioral Health
Boston Medical Center, Boston
Boston, MA
10.2024 - 03.2026
Reviewed patient care plans for adherence to medical necessity and appropriateness.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to facilitate efficient resource utilization.
Analyzed clinical data to support decision-making in patient care management.
Ensured compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies during reviews.
Communicated effectively with providers regarding authorization requests and outcomes.
Maintained accurate documentation of review findings in electronic health records systems.
Reduced healthcare costs through efficient utilization of resources and identification of unnecessary treatments or procedures.
Improved patient care quality by conducting thorough utilization reviews and making recommendations for optimal treatment plans.
Utilization Review Behavioral Health
St. Elizabeth Medical Center
Boston, MA
09.2014 - 03.2026
Same position noted above. St. Elizabeth's changed ownership to Boston Medical Center on October 1st, 2024.
Staff Nurse Inpatient Psychiatry
St. Elizabeth's Medical Center
Boston, MA
09.1990 - 09.2014
Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and physician orders.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care plans and outcomes.
Led quality improvement initiatives to enhance nursing practices and patient safety measures.
Mentored junior nurses, providing guidance on best practices and clinical skills development.
Implemented evidence-based protocols, improving adherence to clinical guidelines across units.
Medical Surgical Staff Registered Nurse
St. Elizabeth's Medical Center
Boston, MA
06.1982 - 09.1993
Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and physician orders.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
Educated patients and families on disease management and post-discharge care instructions.
Led training sessions for new nursing staff, enhancing onboarding processes and knowledge retention.
Utilization Review Nurse
Private Health Care Systems
Lexington, MA
09.1987 - 09.1990
Evaluated medical guidelines and benefit coverage to determine appropriateness of services.
Performed prior authorization review of services requiring notification.
Education
Master of Science - Post-Master's Certificate in Case Management
Regis College
Wellesley, MA
10-2014
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership And Health Administration
Regis College
Wellesley, MA
05-2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Regis College
Wellesley, MA
05-2010
Diploma - Nursing
St. Elizabeth's Hospital School of Nursing
Boston, MA
06-1982
High School Diploma -
Foxborough High School
Foxborough, MA
05-1979
Skills
Utilization review
Clinical assessment
Prior authorization
Insurance verification
Managed care
Utilization management
Communication
Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Utilization Review Nurse Behavioral Health
Boston Medical Center, Boston
10.2024 - 03.2026
Utilization Review Behavioral Health
St. Elizabeth Medical Center
09.2014 - 03.2026
Staff Nurse Inpatient Psychiatry
St. Elizabeth's Medical Center
09.1990 - 09.2014
Utilization Review Nurse
Private Health Care Systems
09.1987 - 09.1990
Medical Surgical Staff Registered Nurse
St. Elizabeth's Medical Center
06.1982 - 09.1993
Master of Science - Post-Master's Certificate in Case Management
Regis College
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership And Health Administration
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