**Job Description:** **Note:** - "Remote" role; The role is considered a Field role and does not involve going into the office, rather traveling for assessments in the North NJ area (Union and Hudson Counties) - A Valid Driver License is needed - Worker will do first two weeks of training at the Hopewell location -Reimbursement for mileage is available -Hours are (8-5/9-5) and the worker will be visiting on average 3/4 members a day for assessments - This is a very independent role, the worker will need to be a self-starter, that is very organized, Tech and Computer fluent, and great at taking detailed notes. This position is responsible for performing RN duties using established guidelines to ensure appropriate level of care as well as planning for the transition to the continuum of care. Performs duties and types of care management as assigned by management. This is a Field Based position. This position will cover Hudson, Union and Bergan counties. **Responsibilities:** 1. Assesses patient's clinical need against established guidelines and/or standards to ensure that the level of care and length of stay of the patient are medically appropriate for inpatient stay. 2. Evaluates the necessity, appropriateness and efficiency of medical services and procedures provided. 3. Coordinates and assists in implementation of plan for members. 4. Monitors and coordinates services rendered outside of the network, as well as outside the local area, and negotiate fees for such services as appropriate. Coordinates with patient, family, physician, hospital and other external customers with respect to the appropriateness of care from diagnosis to outcome. 5. Coordinates the delivery of high quality, cost-effective care supported by clinical practice guidelines established by the plan addressing the entire continuum of care. 6. Monitors patient's medical care activities, regardless of the site of service, and outcomes for appropriateness and effectiveness. 7. Advocates for the member/family among various sites to coordinate resource utilization and evaluation of services provided. 8. Encourages member participation and compliance in the case/disease management program efforts. 9. Documents accurately and comprehensively based on the standards of practice and current organization policies. 10. Interacts and communicates with multidisciplinary teams either telephonically and/or in person striving for continuity and efficiency as the member is managed along the continuum of care. 11. Understands fiscal accountability and its impact on the utilization of resources, proceeding to self-care outcomes. 12. Evaluates care by problem solving, analyzing variances and participating in the quality improvement program to enhance member outcomes. 13. Completes other assigned functions as requested by management. **Experience:** Requires a minimum of two (2) years clinical experience. Requires an active New Jersey Registered Nurse License. **Skills:** - Prefers proficiency in the use of personal computers and supporting software in a Windows based environment, including MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Lotus Notes; prefers knowledge in the use of intranet and internet applications. - Prefers working knowledge of case/care management principles. - Prefers working knowledge of principles of utilization management. - Prefers basic knowledge of health care contracts and benefit eligibility requirements. - Prefers knowledge of hospital structures and payment systems. **Education:** Requires an associate’s or bachelor’s degree (or higher) in nursing and/or a health related field OR accredited diploma nursing school. **About US Tech Solutions:** US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com (http://www.ustechsolutionsinc.com) . US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.