Office/On-site
Recruitment #230125-5613FP-001
Location |
Middletown, CT
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Date Opened | 2/2/2023 12:00:00 AM |
Salary | $82,104 - $110,953/year |
Job Type | Open to the Public |
Close Date | 2/28/2023 11:59:00 PM |
The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in those we serve.
The Connecticut Valley Hospital boasts a rich history first opening its doors over 150 years ago in 1868. As the State’s public hospital we provide treatment of mental illness and currently comprised of 18 inpatient units over two campuses (Middletown and Hartford). In our operational framework, recovery is defined as a process of restoring or developing a positive and meaningful sense of identity apart from one’s condition and then rebuilding one’s life in the fullest sense. Recovery is an individualized patient-centered approach. Achieving and maintaining an optimal state of health and wellness is integrated in our recovery approach. Individuals acquire and practice life skills that will assist them in their recovery process.
FOR THOSE WHO HOLD AN RN LICENSE IN A STATE OTHER THAN CONNECTICUT AND WISH TO APPLY FOR A CONNECTICUT LICENSE, PLEASE:
In a state agency this class is accountable for coordinating a utilization review program which promotes effective cost recovery, quality of care and/or compliance with relevant federal and state laws, regulations and standards.
In the Office of Protection and Advocacy and the Department of Developmental Services this class is accountable for performing investigations of abuse, neglect and death in individuals with intellectual disabilities including individuals under the care of the Department of Developmental Services.
WORKING LEAD (REGULATORY) : Coordinates work flow and determines priorities to assure highest quality of care with efficient utilization of available services; schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews work; establishes and maintains program protocols and procedures; provides staff training and assistance; conducts or assists in conducting performance evaluations; acts as liaison with other operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding program policies and procedures; prepares reports and correspondence; assesses, evaluates and monitors documentation of all hospital disciplines when performing case reviews; attends professional workshops, seminars and in-service training; may supervise Utilization Review Nurses and other staff engaged in review of medical records of individuals in state health care facilities for purposes of maximizing reimbursement revenue via Medicare Part B programs; may review medical records and compile documents for case presentations; may provide pre-certification for and coordination of inmates admitted to and discharged from acute care facilities; may lead an inspection team in IPR/UR and licensing review functions; may conduct entrance and exit interviews of care providers; may supervise and participate in hospital Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement programs including preparation of appeals on behalf of a facility relative to intermediate denials; may testify in court; may coordinate review and audit of occupational injury and/or disease disability cases for purpose of determining medical management, cost containment, peer review and rehabilitation; may notify acute care hospitals of scheduled utilization review including conducting second level review of cases and case referral to a physician consultant for final disposition; performs related duties as required.
ADVANCED WORKING LEVEL (INVESTIGATORY): Conducts complex investigations into allegations of abuse or neglect of individuals with intellectual disabilities; conducts complex investigations into cases where a death has resulted of an individual with intellectual disability for whom the Department of Developmental Services has direct or oversight responsibility for medical care; reviews medical care that was provided to individuals; assists in the investigation to determine if the death is a result of abuse or neglect; participates in the reviews of events, overall care, quality of life and medical care preceding a death; works cooperatively with State and local police, State's Attorneys and other protective services organizations; interviews alleged victims, direct care providers, families and other potential witnesses; prepares comprehensive, complex investigative reports; may provide information and assistance to the Independent Mortality Review Board or Fatality Review Board for Persons with Disabilities; maintains records and documentation; reviews medical records for pertinent information related to investigations; may testify in court proceeding; performs related duties as required.
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS: Coordinates activities of care team, plans and schedules meetings, tracks input and attendance; insures outcome of process is accurate document for care planning; audits process according to utilization guidelines and ensures process is completed within appropriate regulatory time frames; trains all Health Care Team members on Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) care planning system; acts as resource to all areas involved in Minimum Data Set (MDS) process; ensures compliance with state statutes, federal Veterans Affairs regulations and state Department of Veterans Affairs policies and procedures; monitors and manages timely electronic transmission of MDS program data; routinely conducts chart audits and maintains log of deficiencies and discrepancies; identifies errors in coding of MDS and RAI forms during completion process; communicates to leadership and interdisciplinary team members any changes to directives and guidelines; enters MDS data into information system; assures ongoing record documentation supports MDS and RAI coding; develops plan of action to correct identified quality deficiencies; performs related duties as required.
Considerable knowledge of principles, practices and current trends of nursing; considerable knowledge of standards of medical care; considerable interpersonal skills; considerable oral and written communication skills; considerable ability to analyze individual profiles and progress charts; some supervisory ability.
REGULATORY: Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; considerable knowledge of regulations and standards pertaining to utilization review; considerable knowledge of care and service delivery to injured workers.
INVESTIGATORY: Considerable knowledge of statutes, policies and procedures governing the care and treatment of individuals with intellectual disabilities; considerable knowledge of problems and needs of individuals with intellectual disabilities; considerable knowledge of various types of residential placement facilities; knowledge of investigatory methods and techniques; considerable interviewing skills; ability to research and analyze data; considerable skills in the preparation of extensive written reports.
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS: Knowledge of Minimum Data Set process in a long term care setting and coordination of an interdisciplinary team; ability to utilize computer software.
REGULATORY: Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been in the assessment of the quality and propriety of health care services as required by JCAH and/or Medicare and Medicaid standards and regulations at the level of Utilization Review Nurse.
INVESTIGATORY: Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been working with persons with Behavioral Health or Intellectual Disabilities.
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS: Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been in the review and assessment of individuals in a long term care setting.
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.