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How much do remote rn discharge planning jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote rn discharge planning in the United States is $32.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.08 and $39.18 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Remote RN Discharge Planners, and how can they be addressed?

Remote RN Discharge Planners often encounter challenges such as coordinating care across multiple providers and ensuring patients understand their post-discharge instructions without in-person contact. Effective communication and strong organizational skills are essential for overcoming these barriers. Leveraging electronic health records, regular virtual meetings, and clear documentation can help bridge gaps and ensure smooth transitions for patients. Building strong relationships with interdisciplinary team members also facilitates better collaboration and outcomes.

What is the difference between Remote Rn Discharge Planning vs Remote Rn Case Management?

AspectRemote Rn Discharge PlanningRemote Rn Case Management
CertificationsRN license, discharge planning certificationsRN license, case management certifications (e.g., CCM)
Work EnvironmentHospitals, rehab centers, home health agenciesInsurance companies, healthcare organizations, community agencies
Job FocusCoordinating patient discharge and post-hospital careManaging ongoing patient care plans and resource coordination
Common Search IntentDischarge planning roles, patient transitionCare coordination, patient management

Remote Rn Discharge Planning and Remote Rn Case Management both require RN licensure and healthcare experience. Discharge planning focuses on coordinating patient transitions from hospital to home, while case management involves ongoing patient care and resource management. Although related, they serve different aspects of patient care and are often sought by healthcare professionals looking to specialize in either discharge processes or comprehensive care coordination.

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

To thrive as a Remote RN Discharge Planning nurse, you need a solid nursing background with RN licensure, strong clinical assessment skills, and experience in discharge planning or care coordination. Familiarity with case management software, electronic health records (EHRs), and telehealth platforms is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills are crucial for collaborating with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams remotely. These capabilities ensure safe, effective transitions of care and help reduce readmissions while maintaining high-quality patient outcomes.

What is a Remote RN Discharge Planner?

A Remote RN Discharge Planner is a registered nurse who helps coordinate and manage patient discharges from hospitals or healthcare facilities, working remotely rather than onsite. Their responsibilities include assessing patient needs, developing discharge plans, collaborating with healthcare teams, arranging follow-up care, and ensuring a smooth transition from hospital to home or another care setting. By working remotely, these professionals use phone, email, and electronic health records to communicate with patients and care providers, aiming to improve patient outcomes and reduce readmissions.
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Infographic showing various Remote Rn Discharge Planning job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,853 per year, or $32.6 per hour.
Utilization Management RN (Discharge & Auth) Weekends Required

Utilization Management RN (Discharge & Auth) Weekends Required

Humana

Louisville, KY • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

Humana rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 262 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

159th of 281 rated insurance

Job description

Become a part of our caring community
The Utilization Management Nurse 2 utilizes clinical nursing skills to support the coordination, documentation and communication of medical services and/or benefit administration determinations for Humana's Kentucky Medicaid Plan. This role has primary responsibility for performing medical necessity reviews, including initial and concurrent authorization decisions, using established clinical criteria and independent clinical judgment. The Utilization Management Nurse 2 also plays a key role in facilitating comprehensive, proactive, and barrier-focused discharge planning to home or a lower level of care.

The Utilization Management Nurse 2 uses clinical knowledge, communication skills, and independent critical thinking skills towards interpreting criteria, policies, and procedures to provide the best and most appropriate treatment, care or services for members.

  • Coordinates and communicates with providers, members, or other parties to facilitate optimal care and treatment.
  • Maintain compliance with state regulations and organizational standards for coordinated member discharge, ensuring all plans are documented and communicated effectively.
  • Perform initial and concurrent reviews with medical necessity determinations, including level of care and length of stay decisions.
  • Engage providers via telephonic, virtual, and onsite collaboration as needed.
  • Follows established guidelines/procedures.

The schedule for this position will include weekends, typically Wednesday through Sunday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Time with flexibility to adjust weekdays off with leader approval.


Use your skills to make an impact

Required Qualifications

  • Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Kentucky, in good standing with no disciplinary action.

  • 2+ years of progressive clinical experience in an acute care, skilled nursing, or rehabilitation setting (preferred).

  • 1+ year of utilization management experience.

  • Maintain compliance with state regulations and organizational standards, ensuring that we coordinate and document member discharge plans and communicate them.

  • Experience performing initial and concurrent reviews for medical service requests, with the ability to interpret clinical criteria and apply judgment to support appropriate use and benefit administration.

  • Experience engaging with providers and care teams through telephonic, virtual, or onsite interactions to facilitate authorizations and support member-centered discharge planning.

  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in nursing.

  • MCG experience.

  • Experience in discharge planning, transitions of care, and familiarity with community-based resources and social determinants of health.

  • Health plan experience.

  • Medicaid experience.

  • Bilingual in English and another language. A Language Proficiency Assessment will be conducted to evaluate fluency in reading, writing, and speaking in both languages prior to assignment to a dedicated member service line.

Additional Information

Workstyle: Remote work at home

Location: Must reside in Kentucky or a county that is within contiguous bordering states

Schedule: The schedule for this position will include weekends (Weekend shifts are eligible for a shift differential), from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Time with flexibility to adjust weekdays off with leader approval:

  • The position follows a 5-day workweek, which includes both Saturday and Sunday.
  • Associates will receive two days off during the week.
  • Associates may choose which two weekdays they would like off.
  • Once selected, those days off must remain consistent from week to week and cannot vary.

Travel: Travel to the Louisville office about 3-4 times annually.

Work at Home Requirements: To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees' ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.


$71,100 - $97,800 per year


This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
About us
About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health - delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer atHumana.comand atCenterWell.com.


Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.

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Humana Inc., headquartered in Louisville, KY., is a leading health care company that offers a wide range of insurance products and health and wellness services that incorporate an integrated approach to lifelong well-being. By leveraging the strengths of its core businesses, Humana believes it can better explore opportunities for existing and emerging adjacencies in health care that can further enhance wellness opportunities for the millions of people across the nation with whom the company has relationships.

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Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Louisville, KY, US

Year founded

1961

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