Entry Level Utilization Review Nurse Jobs in Utah

Job Description:

Essential Functions

• Lead, supervise, and mentor a team of RN or Behavioral Health Care Managers and RN or Behavioral Health Utilization Review clinicians, and related support positions ensuring clinical excellence and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee daily operations, including staffing, resource allocation, and workflow optimization.
• Manage departmental budgets and performance evaluations, ensuring financial stewardship and achievement of organizational goals.
• Develop, implement, and monitor program structure, processes, and outcome standards for Utilization Review and Care Management.
• Facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration and communication among members, families, providers, and payers.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory bodies (NCQA, CMS, Joint Commission) and patient safety initiatives.
• Champion continuous improvement, address gaps, and monitor internal processes and metrics.
• Coordinate safe transitions of care, including discharge planning and repatriation to participating providers.
• Create and present reports on program performance, including outcome measures and return on investment.
• Support staff development, mentorship, and participation in community outreach activities.

Skills

• Leadership
• Communication
• Utilization review Experience
• Care management Experience
• Team Performance management
• Financial acumen
• Clinical knowledge
• Problem-solving

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution or Masters Degree in Clinical Social Work (LCSW)
• Current licensure with compact privileges; must transfer licenses within 60 days.
• Leadership or supervisory experience in clinical or managed care settings.
• Two years of clinical experience and one year in care management or utilization review.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Intermediate computer skills and ability to troubleshoot independently.
• Completion of required leadership training within one year of accepting the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a clinical, education, or business specialty.
• Specialty certification in care management or utilization review.
• Experience in program development and oversight.
• Project management and organizational skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to read and assess information, documents, and monitors.
• Frequent verbal communication and hearing for interactions with colleagues and providers.
• Manual dexterity for computer use and equipment handling.
• May be required to sit or stand for extended periods.
• For roles requiring driving: ability to drive and read signs, signals, and other vehicles.

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The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

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