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How much do remote contract rn jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote contract rn in California is $50.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32.25 and $65.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Remote Contract RNs?

Remote Contract Registered Nurses (RNs) are licensed nursing professionals who provide healthcare services remotely, often via telehealth platforms. They work on a contract basis, which means they are hired for a specific period or project rather than as permanent employees. Their duties can include patient consultations, triage, care coordination, and health education, all performed virtually or over the phone. This role offers flexibility but requires strong communication and technical skills to deliver quality care from a distance.

What is the difference between Remote Contract Rn vs Remote Contract Lpn?

AspectRemote Contract RnRemote Contract Lpn
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN) licenseLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
Work EnvironmentPrimarily telehealth, patient assessments, care planningTelehealth support, basic patient care, documentation
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, clinics, telehealth companiesHome health agencies, telehealth services
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for scope of practice and responsibilitiesCompared for level of training and job duties

Remote Contract Rn and Remote Contract Lpn roles both involve telehealth services but differ mainly in required credentials and scope of practice. RNs typically handle more complex patient assessments and care planning, while LPNs focus on basic patient support and documentation. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find roles aligned with their qualifications and career goals.

How does a Remote Contract RN typically collaborate with on-site healthcare teams and physicians?

As a Remote Contract RN, collaboration with on-site teams is essential and usually accomplished through secure telehealth platforms, virtual meetings, and regular electronic communications. You may coordinate patient care plans, provide updates, and clarify orders directly with physicians and other healthcare staff. Strong communication skills and proficiency with digital health record systems are crucial for ensuring seamless teamwork and optimal patient outcomes. Remote RNs often attend virtual shift handovers and participate in multidisciplinary team discussions to stay aligned with overall patient care strategies.

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

To thrive as a Remote Contract RN, you need an active RN license, strong clinical judgment, and experience in case management or telehealth nursing. Familiarity with telehealth platforms, electronic health records (EHRs), and secure communication systems is typically required. Excellent time management, independent decision-making, and clear virtual communication are vital soft skills for success in a remote setting. These skills ensure effective patient care, regulatory compliance, and seamless collaboration without direct supervision.
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Infographic showing various Remote Contract Rn job openings in California as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $105,288 per year, or $50.6 per hour.
Appeals and Grievances Nurse Specialist RN II

Appeals and Grievances Nurse Specialist RN II

L.A. Care Health Plan

Los Angeles, CA • Remote

$115K - $142K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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L.A. Care Health Plan rating

9.0

Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

31st of 278 rated insurance

Job description

Salary Range:  $88,854.00 (Min.) - $115,509.00 (Mid.) - $142,166.00 (Max.)

Established in 1997, L.A. Care Health Plan is an independent public agency created by the state of California to provide health coverage to low-income Los Angeles County residents. We are the nation's largest publicly operated health plan. Serving more than 2 million members, we make sure our members get the right care at the right place at the right time.
Mission: L.A. Care's mission is to provide access to quality health care for Los Angeles County's vulnerable and low-income communities and residents and to support the safety net required to achieve that purpose.
 

Job Summary

The Appeals and Grievances (A&G) Nurse Specialist Registered Nurse (RN) II provides direct assistance to members with health care access or benefit coordination issues, ensuring that clinical grievances, complaints and complex issues are investigated and resolved to the member's satisfaction in a manner consistent with L.A. Care, Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and regulatory guidelines. Benefit coordination may involve coordinating multiple L.A. Care products, Fee for services (FFS) Medi-Cal/Medicare, or commercial insurance.

Duties

Conducts intake/triage and appropriate classification of Clinical A&G, and Pharmacy requests and makes accurate judgment on appeal, grievance, Provider Claim Disputes, medical records or other issues and follows procedures on how to handle each type of request and route to the appropriate area within the department.

Investigation, and resolution of clinical member complaints (grievances/appeals) utilizing all regulatory requirements.  Investigation, and resolution of clinical Provider Complaints/ Provider Data Resolution (PDR) (grievances/appeals) utilizing regulatory and internal guidelines and Service Level Agreement (SLA). Identification of Expedited Cases and resolution within 72 hours.

Works with the external providers and Participating Physician Group's (PPG) representatives to obtain relevant medical records and communication documentation.

Prepares resolved complaint files for Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), DMHC, and external review organization (QIO or IRE).  Process the case thru to effectuation and final case documentation in the A&G system of record.

Investigation and preparation of State Fair Hearing cases as assigned. Prepares resolved complaint files for CMS external review organization - Quality Improvement Organization (QIO) or Independent Review Entity (IRE).

Conducts reviews and presents to physicians, provider disputes which would be based on medical necessity reviews. Prepares authorizations, after approval by the Medical Director.

When necessary, outreaches to providers, vendors, hospitals, and members to request necessary information or to provide case status and/or next steps.  In instances where necessary, sends written notifications to appropriate parties. All interactions including verbal outreach and written communication will be documented in the A&G system of record.

Participates inter-rater reliability training and assessments.

Perform other duties as assigned.
Duties Continued
Education Required
Associate's Degree in Nursing
Education Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
Experience

Required:

At least 5 years of experience in Clinical RN.

At least 2 years in Medicare/ Medicaid in a managed care/ health plan environment.

Skills


Required:

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Computer literacy and adaptability to computer learning.

Time management and priority setting skills.

Must be organized and a team player

Able to work effectively with various internal departments/service areas, L.A. Care's plan partners, participating provider groups, and other external agencies.

Good working knowledge of regulatory requirements/standards.

Licenses/Certifications Required
Registered Nurse (RN) - Active, current and unrestricted California License
Licenses/Certifications Preferred
Required Training
Physical Requirements
Light
Additional Information

This position requires work after hours, on weekends, holidays, a hybrid remote schedule, occasional flexibility in hours/shift in critical situations and work on-call.

This position requires handling various caseloads and flexibility to adapt to changing priorities which may include but not limited to redistributed work assignments, team projects, and other priorities as assigned

Salary Range Disclaimer: The expected pay range is based on many factors such as geography, experience, education, and the market.  The range is subject to change.

L.A. Care offers a wide range of benefits including

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Retirement Plans
  • Medical, Dental and Vision
  • Wellness Program
  • Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

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