Discharge Planner Utilization Review Jobs in Virginia

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Case Management for a travel nursing job in Chesapeake, Virginia.

• Specialty: Case Management
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/14/2026
• Duration: 21 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 21 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN Case Manager for an acute care hospital setting, requiring a minimum of 5 years recent Case Management experience and Epic proficiency.

• 5x8 Day shift schedule, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Weekday schedule with some weekend requirements
• Holiday coverage required, must work two of three winter holidays
• Overtime requires supervisor approval
• Patient census of approximately 15-25 patients
• Patient ratio of 1:22
• Uses Epic EMR system
• Acute hospital setting, Level I, II, or III trauma center

• Active VA or compact RN license required at time of submission
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association required
• CCM (Certified Case Manager) and ACM (Accredited Case Manager) certifications preferred
• Minimum 5 years of recent acute care Case Management experience in a hospital setting required
• Less than a 6-month gap since last acute care Case Management role
• Recent experience in adult acute care hospital setting with discharge planning required
• Utilization Review (UR) experience required
• Epic proficiency required
• Rated 4/5 or 5/5 across all Case Management functions, including knowledge of CMS regulations
• Teaching hospital, community hospital, and Trauma Level I/II experience preferred
• Ability to manage a high-volume, fast-paced patient population
• Travel experience strongly preferred; first-time travelers considered only with extensive acute care Case Management experience

• Responsibilities include discharge planning, utilization review, concurrent review, continued stay reviews, care coordination, and needs assessment/DME ordering
• Skills include admission criteria review, appeals and denials, audits, benefits eligibility, determining medical necessity per evidence-based guidelines, and plan of care development
• Knowledge of CMS, DRG, HIPAA, OSHA, and Joint Commission/Core Measure/National Safety Goals regulations required
• Familiarity with Milliman guidelines preferred
• Experience in Behavioral Health and Emergency Department specialties preferred
• Must reside 50 or more miles from the facility to be considered for this position
• Candidates with any prior license or background hits will not be considered
• PAPR fit testing cannot be accommodated; any history of fit test issues will eliminate candidates from consideration
• Longer assignments through January 9, 2027 may be available but are not required

American Traveler Job ID #P-746103. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Case Management/Utilization Review - Case Management

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

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