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Remote Behavioral Health Rn Jobs in Surprise, AZ

TEEMA Group

REMOTE RN - Quality Review

Phoenix, AZ · Remote

$42 - $43.50/hr

Active, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) * ... behavioral health) * U.S. Citizenship required * Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of ...

TEEMA

RN Clinical Quality Reviewer

Phoenix, AZ · Remote

$40 - $43/hr

... behavioral health) * U.S. Citizenship required * Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of ... Remote or onsite depending on business needs * Must have a secure home office setup if remote

TEEMA Group

Clinical Quality Review Nurse

Phoenix, AZ · Remote

$41 - $44/hr

CLINICAL QUALITY REVIEWER (RN or LCSW) Location: USA- Remote in approved states Overview: TEEMA is ... behavioral health) * U.S. Citizenship required * Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of ...

CommonSpirit Health

Care Transformation RN

Phoenix, AZ · Remote

$41.14 - $67.88/hr

... is a remote position requring travel to support enterprise wide Virtual Health Services As our ... Serve as a Virtual RN (VIC RN) for 50% of the role, providing direct patient care during ...

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How much do remote behavioral health rn jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote behavioral health rn in Surprise, AZ is $45.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32.40 and $55.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Remote Behavioral Health RNs, and how are they typically addressed?

Remote Behavioral Health RNs often encounter challenges such as establishing rapport with patients virtually, ensuring effective communication, and managing crisis situations from a distance. To address these, RNs utilize secure telehealth platforms, follow structured assessment protocols, and collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams—including therapists, case managers, and psychiatrists. Regular training in telehealth best practices and crisis intervention is provided to help RNs maintain high-quality patient care, even when working remotely.

What is a Remote Behavioral Health RN?

A Remote Behavioral Health RN is a registered nurse who provides mental health care and support to patients through telehealth or other remote methods. They assess patients’ mental health needs, develop care plans, provide counseling and education, and coordinate with other healthcare professionals—all while working from a location outside of a traditional healthcare facility. This role requires strong communication skills, knowledge of behavioral health conditions, and the ability to use technology for virtual care. Remote Behavioral Health RNs play a crucial role in expanding access to mental health services, especially for patients in underserved or rural areas.

What is the difference between Remote Behavioral Health Rn vs Remote Mental Health Nurse?

AspectRemote Behavioral Health RnRemote Mental Health Nurse
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN), often with behavioral health certificationsRegistered Nurse (RN), may have mental health specialization
Work EnvironmentTelehealth platforms, mental health clinics, hospitalsTelehealth, outpatient clinics, hospitals
Employer & IndustryHealthcare providers, mental health organizationsHospitals, mental health facilities, telehealth companies
Search & ComparisonOften compared for telehealth mental health rolesSimilar roles, different terminology

Remote Behavioral Health Rns and Remote Mental Health Nurses share similar credentials and work environments, focusing on mental health care via telehealth. The main difference lies in terminology used by employers and job seekers, with both roles serving to provide remote mental health support as registered nurses specialized in behavioral or mental health care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Behavioral Health RN, and why are they important?

A Remote Behavioral Health RN needs a nursing degree, active RN licensure, and specialized knowledge in mental health and psychiatric care. Familiarity with telehealth platforms, electronic health records (EHRs), and secure communication systems is typically required. Exceptional communication, empathy, and strong organizational skills help nurses build trust with patients and effectively manage care remotely. These competencies are crucial for delivering safe, effective mental health support and ensuring continuity of care in a virtual environment.
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Infographic showing various Remote Behavioral Health Rn job openings in Surprise, AZ as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 3% In-person, and 97% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,438 per year, or $45.4 per hour.

Integrated Care Manager (Maternal Health) - Remote

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

Phoenix, AZ • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical

Re-posted 13 days ago

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5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

281st of 299 rated insurance

Job description

Awarded a Healthiest Employer, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona aims to fulfill its mission to inspire health and make it easy. AZ Blue offers a variety of health insurance products and services to meet the diverse needs of individuals, families, and small and large businesses as well as providing information and tools to help individuals make better health decisions.
At AZ Blue, we have a hybrid workforce strategy, called Workability, that offers flexibility with how and where employees work. Our positions are classified as hybrid, onsite or remote. While the majority of our employees are hybrid, the following classifications drive our current minimum onsite requirements:
  • Hybrid People Leaders: must reside in AZ, required to be onsite at least twice per week
  • Hybrid Individual Contributors: must reside in AZ, unless otherwise cited within this posting, required to be onsite at least once per week
  • Hybrid 2 (Operational Roles such as but not limited to: Customer Service, Claims Processors, and Correspondence positions): must reside in AZ, unless otherwise cited within this posting, required to be onsite at least once per month
  • Onsite: daily onsite requirement based on the essential functions of the job
  • Remote: not held to onsite requirements, however, leadership can request presence onsite for business reasons including but not limited to staff meetings, one-on-ones, training, and team building

Please note that onsite requirements may change in the future, based on business need, and job responsibilities. Most employees should expect onsite requirements and at a minimum of once per week.
This position is remote within the state of AZ only. This remote work opportunity requires residency, and work to be performed, within the State of Arizona.
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
Responsible for promoting continuity of care through a collaborative process that assesses, plans, implements, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates care options and services available to members through their benefit plan that meet the individuals' health care needs while promoting quality, cost effective outcomes. This job description is primary for case management functions but can assist with utilization management if a business need arises.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Required Work Experience
  • 2 year(s) of experience in full-time equivalent of direct clinical care to the consumer

Required Education
  • Associate's Degree in general field of study or Post High School Nursing Diploma or Master's Degree in a behavioral health field of study (i.e., MSW, MA, MS, M.Ed.), Ph.D. or Psy.D

Required Licenses
  • Active, current, and unrestricted license to practice in the State of Arizona (or an endorsement to work in Arizona) as a behavioral health professional such as LCSW, LPC, LISAC LMFT, or licensed psychologist (Psy.D. or Ph.D.), OR an active, current, and unrestricted license to practice nursing in either the State of Arizona or another state in the United States recognized by the Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) as an RN.

Required Certifications
  • Within 4 years of hire as a Care Manager employee must hold a certification in case management from the following certifications; Certified Case Manager (CCM), Certified Disability Management Specialist (CDMS), Case Management Administrator, Certified (CMAC), Case Management Certified (CMC), Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), Certified Registered Rehabilitation Counselor (CRRC), Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN), Registered Nurse Case Manager (RN, C), or Registered Nurse Case Manager (RN,BC).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Work Experience
  • 3 year(s) of experience in full-time equivalent of direct clinical care to the consumer (managed care CM experience preferred)
  • 1-2 year (s) of experience working in a managed care organization

Preferred Education
  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or Health and Human Services related field of study

Preferred Licenses
  • N/A

Preferred Certifications
  • Active and current certification in case management from the following certifications; Certified Case Manager (CCM), Certified Disability Management Specialist (CDMS), Case Management Administrator, Certified (CMAC), Case Management Certified (CMC), Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), Certified Registered Rehabilitation Counselor (CRRC), Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN), Registered Nurse Case Manager (RN, C), or Registered Nurse Case Manager (RN,BC).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Assess and collect data related to the member from all care settings. Interview and collaborate with case-related providers, member and family to implement the care plan.
  • Answer a diverse and high volume of health insurance related customer calls on a daily basis.
  • Explain to customers a variety of information concerning the organization's services, including but not limited to, contract benefits, changes in coverage, eligibility, claims, BCBSAZ programs, provider networks, etc.
  • Analyze medical records and apply medical necessity criteria and benefit plan requirements to determine the appropriateness of benefit requests.
  • Present status reports on all cases to the manager/supervisor and, when indicated, to the medical director.
  • Consult and coordinate with various internal departments, external plans, providers, businesses, and government agencies to obtain information and ensure resolution of customer inquiries.
  • Meet quality, quantity and timeliness standards to achieve individual and department performance goals as defined within the department guidelines.
  • Maintain all standards in consideration of state, federal, BCBSAZ, URAC, and other accreditation requirements.
  • Maintain complete and accurate records per department policy.
  • Demonstrate ability to apply plan policies and procedures effectively.
  • When indicated to assist with team/project functions:
    • Collaborate with team to distribute workload/work tasks;
    • Monitor and report team tasks;
    • Communicate team issues and opportunities for improvement to supervisor/manager;
    • Support/mentor team members.
  • Participate in continuing education and current development in the field of medicine, behavioral health and managed care at least annually.

  • The position requires a full-time work schedule. Full-time is defined as working at least 40 hours per week, plus any additional hours as requested or as needed to meet business requirements.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Required Job Skills
  • Intermediate PC proficiency
  • Intermediate skill in use of office equipment, including copiers, fax machines, scanner and telephones
  • Intermediate skill in word processing, spreadsheet, and database software

Required Professional Competencies
  • Maintain confidentiality and privacy
  • Advanced and current clinical knowledge
  • Practice interpersonal and active listening skills to achieve customer satisfaction
  • Interpret and translate policies, procedures, programs, and guidelines
  • Capable of investigative and analytical research
  • Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to priortize tasks and work with multiple priorities
  • Follow and accept instruction and direction
  • Establish and maintain working relationships in a collaborative team environment
  • Apply independent and sound judgment with good problem solving skills
  • Navigate, gather, input, and maintain data records in multiple system applications

Required Leadership Experience and Competencies
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Represent BCBSAZ in the community

PREFERRED COMPETENCIES
Preferred Job Skills
  • Advanced PC proficiency
  • Knowledge of CPT 2018 and ICD-10 coding

Preferred Professional Competencies
  • Knowledge of managed care, utilization management, and quality management
  • Working knowledge of McKesson InterQual, MCG, ASAM, or other nationally recognized criteria
  • Knowledge of a wide range of matters pertaining to the organizations services and operations
  • Knowledge of health and/or patient education and behavior change techniques

Preferred Leadership Experience and Competencies
  • N/A

Our Commitment
AZ Blue does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected group.
Thank you for your interest in Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona. For more information on our company, see azblue.com. If interested in this position, please apply.

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