Utilization Management Nurse Consultant - Weekends (4-10 hour shifts)

We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.

About the Role

Utilization Management is a 24/7 operation and work schedules will include holidays and evening hours. Utilizes clinical experience and skills in a collaborative process to assess, plan, implement, coordinate, monitor and evaluate options to facilitate appropriate healthcare services/benefits for members.

• Gathers clinical information and applies the appropriate clinical criteria/guideline, policy, procedure and clinical judgment to render coverage determination/recommendation along the continuum of care.
• Communicates with providers and other parties to facilitate care/treatment.
• Identifies members for referral opportunities to integrate with other products, services and/or programs.
• Identifies opportunities to promote quality effectiveness of Healthcare Services and benefit utilization.
• Consults and lends expertise to other internal and external constituents in the coordination and administration of the utilization/benefit management function.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience as a Registered Nurse.
• Must have active current and unrestricted RN licensure in state of residence.
• 1+ years of Med/Surg experience.
• 1+ years of experience with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Teams, Excel).
• Must be willing and able to work Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday 10 hr shifts after approx 4-5 months of training Monday - Friday 8:30-5pm EST with occasional holiday rotation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior Authorization or Utilization Management experience.
• Managed care experience.
• Experience using MedCompass.
• Ambulatory surgery experience.

Education

• Associates degree required.
• BSN preferred.

Work From Home Requirements

• You must have or be able to obtain a direct/hardwired internet connection to a modem/router within 7 feet of your computer and a minimum download speed of 25 mbs download and 3 mbs upload. WiFi and satellite internet are not permitted.
• A quiet, secure and private designated home virtual work location, free from distractions, tidy and organized, compliant with CVS Health and HIPAA guidelines, and allowing for uninterrupted work during work hours.
• Work-from-Home colleagues are required to work within the state and city where they have confirmed they currently live.
• The company will provide equipment (keyboard, monitor, computer, headset, etc.).
• All new hires should provide their own workspace furniture (desk or standing desk).
• If hired, you will commit to obtaining required internet speeds and adhere to all Work From Home requirements.

Technical And Logistical Requirements

• Device & System Navigation: Comfortable setting up and using multiple monitors and navigating multiple applications simultaneously to streamline tasks and improve efficiency.
• Communication Tools: Ability to communicate on digital channels such as via email, calendar invites, Teams messaging, and virtual meetings.
• Collaboration & Scheduling: Experience with Microsoft Office 365 (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) applications or similar (Google Workspace).
• Systems Access & Security: Ability to log in to secure systems (e.g., VPN, EHR portal), lock a computer screen when unattended, manage strong passwords, and recognize suspicious emails or links.
• Troubleshooting & Support: Ability to resolve common technical issues independently, such as restarting an application when frozen, resolving internet connection issues, and contacting IT for unresolved technical issues.
• Future Growth: Openness to learning new skills in the future as the workplace environment evolves.

Schedule

• Anticipated Weekly Hours: 40.
• Time Type: Full time.
• Training schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30-5pm EST for approximately 4-5 months.
• Post-training schedule: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday 10-hour shifts with occasional holiday rotation.

Pay

The typical pay range for this role is $26.01 - $62.32 per hour. This pay range represents the base hourly rate for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography, and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission, or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.

Benefits

This full-time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement savings options.
• Wellness programs and other resources, based on eligibility.