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Utilization Review Nurse

New Lenox, IL · On-site +1

$34.73 - $45.15/hr

BSN preferred. 2-5 years previous Utilization Review experience preferred. * Current CPR * Relevant ... Days, Primarily remote; onsite orientation requirement; weekend and holiday rotation; on site ...

Utilization Review Nurse

$34.73 - $45.15/hr

BSN preferred. 2-5 years previous Utilization Review experience preferred. * Current CPR * Relevant ... Days, Primarily remote; onsite orientation requirement; weekend and holiday rotation; on site ...

This is a remote position. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES: * Identifies the necessity of ... Knowledge of the workers' compensation claims process preferred * Knowledge of outpatient ...

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How much do remote utilization review social worker jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote utilization review social worker in the United States is $42.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.41 and $48.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a remote utilization review social worker do?

A Remote Utilization Review Social Worker evaluates patient care plans and medical records to ensure that healthcare services are medically necessary, appropriate, and cost-effective. Working remotely, they collaborate with healthcare providers, insurance companies, and patients to review treatment plans and make recommendations on care approvals or alternatives. Their goal is to help manage healthcare costs while ensuring patients receive the care they need, often working within hospitals, insurance companies, or third-party review organizations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote utilization review social worker?

To thrive as a Remote Utilization Review Social Worker, you need a background in social work (often a MSW and relevant licensure), knowledge of medical terminology, and experience in patient care coordination. Familiarity with utilization management software, electronic health records (EHRs), and certification such as ACM or CCM is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, communication skills, and the ability to work independently are vital soft skills for this position. These skills ensure effective patient advocacy, compliance with regulations, and optimal resource utilization in a remote healthcare environment.

How does a remote utilization review social worker typically collaborate with interdisciplinary teams while working off-site?

Remote Utilization Review Social Workers regularly communicate with physicians, nurses, case managers, and insurance representatives through virtual meetings, secure emails, and electronic health record systems. Despite working remotely, they play a key role in ensuring appropriate patient care by reviewing cases, discussing treatment plans, and advocating for necessary services. Collaboration often involves scheduled case conferences and prompt responses to queries, requiring strong organizational and digital communication skills. Building effective working relationships remotely is crucial for delivering coordinated, patient-centered care.
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Utilization Review Nurse

Silver Cross Hospital

New Lenox, IL • On-site, Remote

$34.73 - $45.15/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago


Silver Cross Hospital rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 51 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

546th of 1,065 rated hospitals


Job description

Silver Cross Hospital is an extraordinary place to work. We're known for our culture of excellence and delivery of unrivaled experiences for our patients, their families, the communities we serve...and for each other. Come join us! It's the way you want to be treated.
Position Summary: Performs medical record review for severity of illness and intensity of service; liaison function with external review agencies to ensure compliance with regulations affecting financial reimbursement; identifies variance from established pathways
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Collects information from clinical medical record for severity of illness and intensity of service and documents such in clinical database
  • Monitors all levels of care for appropriateness and communicates variance; evaluates plan of care to ensure it is based on accepted standards
  • Provides information to external review organizations, documents pertinent communications
  • Refers to designated physician advisor those patients not meeting criteria as well as quality of care concerns
  • Maintains knowledge and incorporates current standards into practice

Required Qualifications: Knowledge of clinical norms; excellent communication skills; critical thinking skills; organized and efficient time management skills
Education and Training:
  • Nurse, Registered (RN) licensure
  • BSN preferred. 2-5 years previous Utilization Review experience preferred.
  • Current CPR
  • Relevant hospital nursing; hospital case management; insurance case management or utilization management experience preferred

Work Shift Details:
Days, Primarily remote; onsite orientation requirement; weekend and holiday rotation; on site requirement for meetings and mandatory training
Department:
CONTINUUM OF CARE
Benefits for You
At Silver Cross Hospital, we care about your health and well-being and that is why we work hard to provide quality and affordable benefit options for you and your eligible family members.
Silver Cross Hospital and Silver Cross Medical Groups offer a comprehensive benefit package available for Full-time and Part-time employees which includes:
• Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Other voluntary benefit plans
• PTO and Sick time
• 401(k) plan with a match
• Wellness program
• Tuition Reimbursement
Registry employees who meet eligibility may participate in our 401(k) Savings plan with a potential match. However,registry employees are ineligible for Health and Welfare benefits.
The final pay rate offered may be more than the posted range based on several factors including but not limited to: licensure, certifications, work experience, education, knowledge, demonstrated abilities, internal equity, market data, and more.
The expected pay for this position is listed below:
$34.73 - $45.15

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About Silver Cross Hospital

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At Silver Cross, we pride ourselves on delivering unrivaled care to every patient, every time. As a result, our focus on safety, quality and patient experience has earned us numerous national awards over the years. As the needs of our community have grown, so has Silver Cross—in both size and stature. Our many healthcare services rapidly expanded, evolved and increased in complexity. To serve you and your loved ones even better than before, we've proudly partnered with many of Chicago's leading academic medical centers, bringing extraordinarily advanced care close to home.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

New Lenox, IL, US

Year founded

1895

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