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Public Health Nursing Consultant

Arizona Department of Administration
Phoenix, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 3/1/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/26/2025

Public Health Nursing Consultant

Job No : 530586

Work Type : Full-time

Location : REMOTE OPTIONS, PHOENIX

Categories : Administrative Support / Customer Service, Research, Healthcare / Nursing / Investigations / Compliance

AHCCCS

Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System

Accountability, Community, Innovation, Leadership, Passion, Quality, Respect, Courage, Teamwork

The Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS), Arizona's Medicaid agency, is driven by its mission to deliver comprehensive, cost-effective health care to Arizonans in need. AHCCCS is a nationally acclaimed model among Medicaid programs and a recipient of multiple awards for excellence in workplace effectiveness and flexibility.

AHCCCS employees are passionate about their work, committed to high performance, and dedicated to serving the citizens of Arizona. Among government agencies, AHCCCS is recognized for high employee engagement and satisfaction, supportive leadership, and flexible work environments, including remote work opportunities. With career paths for seasoned professionals in a variety of fields, entry-level positions, and internship opportunities, AHCCCS offers meaningful career opportunities in a competitive industry.

Come join our dynamic and dedicated team.

Public Health Nursing Consultant - QM

Division of Managed Care Services (DMCS)

Job Location :

Address : 801 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, AZ 85034

All AHCCCS Employees must reside within the state of Arizona.

Posting Details : Salary : $72,132

Grade : 22

Position will remain open until filled.

Job Summary :

This position will work independently applying clinical knowledge, judgment, and expertise to assess, coordinate, and monitor service delivery. This position will complete comprehensive assessments of available resources on service providers and individual members; review case material to ensure compliance with State and Federal regulations and policies; and provide timely resolution of multiple cases assigned. This position will also be responsible for identifying systemic issues for AHCCCS to address. This position will be hybrid with some in-office meetings, on-site investigations, and reviews as needed. Occasionally, this position may also participate as needed in urgent on-site investigations and reviews outside of normal business hours and weekends.

Major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to :

  • Monitor compliance with State and Federal regulations pertaining to quality management processes, tracking, and trending quality of care concerns and / or health and safety / immediate jeopardy concerns. Receive, research, document, and resolve quality of care and / or health and safety issues utilizing standardized processes. Track, trend, and monitor the status of cases to ensure accurate and timely completion and appropriate referrals using a centralized case management tracking database. Ensure research and resolution of issues or concerns promptly as assigned and identify systemic issues for AHCCCS to address.
  • Contributes clinical knowledge to assist in the resolution of quality of care concerns, clinical reviews and Operational Reviews. Completes an independent review of data management and other deliverables, technical assistance, and focused studies / reviews, including the behavioral health delivery system, to ensure compliance with contractual and policy requirements for all lines of business. Follow-up on written reports, action plans, provider education, and related actions as appropriate.
  • Ensure quality of care to AHCCCS members, including ensuring member dignity and respect, focused on their unique special health care needs, timely correspondence, and resolution of the quality of care concern. Use independent judgment regarding data to research, status level, interventions, and appropriate resolution.
  • Provide education and technical assistance to internal and external stakeholders, as appropriate, regarding covered services, and contractual or policy requirements, accurately and consistently to improve compliance with AHCCCS requirements and improve quality of care and service to AHCCCS members.
  • Develop improved processes and procedures to improve the efficiency of the unit. Lead special projects and reviews to ensure completion within the designated timelines. Provide ongoing updates to Management.
  • Develop metrics for population-specific outcome objectives. Tracking, evaluation, analysis, and revision of metrics as needed based on the ongoing analysis of member data.
  • Conduct on-site investigations regarding possible health and safety concerns, immediate jeopardy situations, and other situations supporting AHCCCS initiatives and ventures.On-site visits may also occur outside of normal business hours and weekends for immediate and urgent situations.
  • Other duties as assigned as related to the position (typically 5% - 10%)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) :

Knowledge :

  • State and Federal Policies and Procedures governing Title XIX, Title XXI, Managed Care, and LTC Supports and Services
  • Current standards of medical / behavioral practice and modes of delivery for acute and non acute medical / behavioral care / services
  • Data management and utilization review regulations, rules and processes
  • AHCCCS and Medicaid regulations, policies, and procedures and applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and rules
  • Medical / nursing practice, medical case management protocols, utilization review protocols as related to the acute, LTC, chronic long-term elderly and physically disabled, developmentally disabled, and behavioral / mental health
  • Case management development, implementation, and ongoing review
  • Skills :

  • Acute nursing and clinical processes including assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation
  • Clinical assessment skill
  • Techniques to select a particular approach to analyze develop or implement a policy, project management methodologies, and Behavioral Health delivery system
  • Problem-solving techniques, evaluation, and initiation of appropriate action
  • Excellent communication, verbal and written
  • Organizational skills for setting priorities, workload, and record-keeping
  • Strong interpersonal skills in working with agency management, and people of diverse cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds
  • Project management to meet goals and deadlines
  • Research and analytical skills
  • Documentation and reporting of data and trends
  • Abilities :

  • Strong ability to collaborate with others for a mutually beneficial outcome
  • Interpret clinical information and assess implications for treatment
  • Read, interpret and apply complex rules and regulations
  • Independent decision making, yet knowing when to elevate an issue or concern
  • Assess variables which impact health and functioning
  • Make effective decisions in a high volume, fast paced environment
  • Write comprehensive reports
  • Qualifications : Minimum :

  • Arizona Drivers License.
  • Possession of a current license to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Arizona.
  • Three (3) years of relevant healthcare experience.
  • Preferred :

  • At least one year experience working in a managed care environment.
  • Case Management, Quality Management, Utilization Management and / or social work experience.
  • Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality or case management certification.
  • Pre-Employment Requirements :

  • Successfully pass fingerprint background check, prior employment verifications and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency's ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
  • Travel may be required for State business. Employees who drive on state business must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12.) If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply : Driver's License Requirements.
  • All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

    Benefits :

    Among the many benefits of a career with the State of Arizona, there are :

  • 10 paid holidays per year
  • Paid Vacation and Sick time off (13 and 12 days per year respectively) - start earning it your 1st day (prorated for part-time employees)
  • Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster / adopted child. Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here.
  • Other Leaves - Bereavement, civic duty, and military.
  • A top-ranked retirement program with lifetime pension benefits
  • A robust and affordable insurance plan, including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance
  • Participation eligibility in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (must meet qualifications)
  • RideShare and Public Transit Subsidy
  • A variety of learning and career development opportunities
  • By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work / life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

    For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.

    Retirement :

    Lifetime Pension Benefit Program

  • Administered through the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
  • Defined benefit plan that provides for life-long income upon retirement.
  • Required participation for Long-Term Disability (LTD) and ASRS Retirement plan.
  • Pre-taxed payroll contributions begin after a 27-week waiting period (prior contributions may waive the waiting period).
  • Deferred Retirement Compensation Program

  • Voluntary participation.
  • Program administered through Nationwide.
  • Tax-deferred retirement investments through payroll deductions.
  • Contact Us :

    Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by emailing careers@azahcccs.gov.

    Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

    Advertised : 12 Dec 2024 US Mountain Standard Time

    Applications close :

    Salary : $72,132

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