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Slate Healthcare

RN - Utilization Review

Tuba City, AZ · On-site

RN - Utilization Review As a Utilization Review Nurse, you will play a vital role in ensuring that patients receive appropriate care by verifying medical necessity and monitoring the ongoing need for ...

talent4health

RN - Utilization Review

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$2.2K/wk

Details Client Name Southwest General Hospital Center Southwest General Health Center Job Type Travel Offering Nursing Profession RN Specialty Utilization Review Job ID 18807560 Job Title RN - ...

Mission Hospital

RN - Utilization Review

Tuba City, AZ · On-site

$2.5K/wk

Details Client Name Tuba City Regional Job Type Travel Offering Nursing Profession RN Specialty Utilization Review Job ID 37695980 Job Title RN - Utilization Review Weekly Pay $2552.28 Shift Details ...

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As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for rn utilization review nurse 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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an RN Utilization Review Nurse?

To thrive as an RN Utilization Review Nurse, a current RN license, strong clinical knowledge, and experience with healthcare regulations and insurance guidelines are essential. Familiarity with medical review software, EHR systems, and utilization management platforms—as well as certification such as CCM (Certified Case Manager)—is often required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication with interdisciplinary teams set outstanding candidates apart. These skills ensure accurate care assessments, compliance with insurance requirements, and effective coordination between providers, patients, and payers.

What is an RN Utilization Review Nurse?

An RN Utilization Review Nurse evaluates patient care to ensure medical services are necessary, efficient, and compliant with healthcare regulations. They review medical records, collaborate with healthcare providers, and assess treatment plans to optimize patient outcomes while managing costs. These nurses often work for hospitals, insurance companies, or healthcare organizations, ensuring appropriate resource utilization. Their role helps prevent unnecessary procedures and supports quality patient care.

How to get into utilization review as a registered nurse?

To become a utilization review nurse, registered nurses typically need clinical experience, knowledge of healthcare policies, and familiarity with medical records and insurance processes. Earning certifications such as the Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) or Utilization Review Certification (URAC) can enhance qualifications. Strong analytical skills and understanding of medical necessity criteria are also important for success in this role.

What does an RN Utilization Review Nurse do?

A typical day for an RN Utilization Review Nurse involves reviewing patient medical records to determine the medical necessity of hospital admissions or ongoing care, communicating with physicians, case managers, and insurance representatives, and documenting decisions in electronic health record systems. You will often spend a significant amount of time on critical assessments, phone or email correspondence, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and insurance guidelines. The work is generally office-based or remote, and you may collaborate closely with both clinical and administrative staff. This structured environment allows you to leverage your clinical background while supporting cost-effective, high-quality patient care.

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Infographic showing various Rn Utilization Review Nurse job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $87,946 per year, or $42.3 per hour.

RN Utilization Review Nurse

Healthcare Support Staffing

Troy, MI

$33 - $37/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

Company Description

HealthCare Support Staffing, Inc. (HSS), is a proven industry-leading national healthcare recruiting and staffing firm. HSS has a proven history of placing talented healthcare professionals in clinical and non-clinical positions with some of the largest and most prestigious healthcare facilities including: Fortune 100 Health Plans, Mail Order Pharmacies, Medical Billing Centers, Hospitals, Laboratories, Surgery Centers, Private Practices, and many other healthcare facilities throughout the United States. HealthCare Support Staffing maintains strong relationships with top providers in healthcare and can assure healthcare professionals they will receive fast access to great career opportunities that best fit their expertise. Connect with one of our Professional Recruiting Consultants today to see how a conversation can turn into a long-lasting and rewarding career!

Job Description

Are you an experienced RN Utilization Review Nurse looking for a new opportunity with a prestigious healthcare company as a RN Utilization Review Nurse. Do you want the chance to advance your career by joining a rapidly growing company? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions - this is the RN Utilization Review Nurse position for you!


Company Job Description/Day to Day Duties:

  • Providing utilization review for the Medicaid and Medicare line of business. Primarily inpatient, skilled nurses facilities, rehab, behavioral health, and home healthcare.
  • Works with the Utilization Management team primarily responsible for inpatient medical necessity/utilization review and other utilization management activities aimed at providing members with the right care at the right place at the right time. Provides daily review and evaluation of members that require hospitalization and/or procedures providing prior authorizations and/or concurrent review. Assesses services for Members to ensure optimum outcomes, cost effectiveness and compliance with all state and federal regulations and guidelines
  • Provider appeals and Utilization reviews and assist with Denial Letters
  • Provides concurrent review and prior authorizations (as needed) according to policy for members as part of the Utilization Management team.
  • Identifies appropriate benefits, eligibility, and expected length of stay for members requesting treatments and/or procedures.
  • Participates in interdepartmental integration and collaboration to enhance the continuity of care for members including Behavioral Health and Long Term Care.


Hours for this Position:

  • Mon-Fri: 8:30am - 5pm


Advantages of this Opportunity:

  • Great salary between $33 - 37!
  • Great benefits!!!
  • Fun and positive work environment!
Qualifications

Minimum Education/Qualifications/Licensures:

  • Must be an RN
  • Utilization Review background in either Managed Care of Provider environment (at least one year)
  • Interqual experience (at least one year)
  • Also has a background in patient, skilled nurses facilities, rehab, and home healthcare.
  • Other basic computer skills necessary: Microsoft Office, Data Entry, etc.
  • Minimum 2-4 years of clinical practice. Preferably hospital nursing, utilization management, and/or case management.
  • Great typing and data entry skills
Additional Information

Interested in being considered?

If you are interested in being considered for this position, please click the apply button below.  Or call John Wood 407-478-0332 ext 225

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HealthCare Support Staffing, Inc. (HSS), is a proven industry-leading national healthcare recruiting and staffing firm. HSS has a proven history of placing talented healthcare professionals in clinical and non-clinical positions with some of the largest and most prestigious healthcare facilities including: Fortune 100 Health Plans, Mail Order Pharmacies, Medical Billing Centers, Hospitals, Laboratories, Surgery Centers, Private Practices, and many other healthcare facilities throughout the United States. HealthCare Support Staffing maintains strong relationships with top providers in healthcare and can assure healthcare professionals they will receive fast access to great career opportunities that best fit their expertise. Connect with one of our Professional Recruiting Consultants today to see how a conversation can turn into a long-lasting and rewarding career!Healthcare Support Staffing, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Maitland, FL, US

Year founded

2003

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