RN Utilization Management Reviewer (Per Diem) - Remote (OR, WA or AK)

apartment PeaceHealth location_onVancouver, WA, US

$48.52 - $72.78 / hour

Description

Job Description

Join PeaceHealth in advancing compassionate, mission-driven care from wherever you are.

PeaceHealth is looking for a skilled and motivated Registered Nurse Utilization Management (UM) Reviewer to join our dedicated team in a Per Diem, Day Shift role. If you enjoy analytical work and are energized by helping ensure patients receive the right care at the right time, this remote opportunity may be the perfect next step in your nursing career.

Coverage needed could include weekdays, weekends and holidays.

Why You’ll Love This Role

As a Utilization Management Reviewer at PeaceHealth, you will play a key part in supporting safe, high-quality, and efficient patient care across our healthcare system. This position centers on concurrent and retrospective UM reviews, leveraging clinical expertise, payer policy knowledge, and technology tools to guide patient status determinations and promote appropriate utilization of hospital resources.

You’ll work fully remote*, with PeaceHealth-provided computer equipment—empowered by a collaborative team, supportive leadership, and a strong organizational commitment to diversity, cultural humility, and caregiver well-being.

Must reside in Washington, Oregon, or Alaska. PeaceHealth will provide the caregiver with necessary computer equipment. It is the responsibility of the caregiver to provide Internet access.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. Pay Range: $48.52 – $72.78/hour plus a per diem differential. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

What You’ll Do

Coordinate accurate patient status identification and documentation
Ensure correct admission status and reimbursement through certification and clinical review
Gather additional clinical documentation to validate treatment plans and level of care
Collaborate closely with physicians, clinicians, and multidisciplinary teams
Apply UM criteria using the Xsolis Dragonfly™ platform and PeaceHealth Care Level Score tools
Conduct pre-admission status reviews in the ED, patient access areas, and elective settings
Communicate with third-party payers regarding medical necessity and discharge progress
Support denial and appeal processes; refer cases for physician advisor review when appropriate
Participate in UM Committee work, quality initiatives, and performance improvement
Identify DRGs with complications/comorbidities and recommend documentation improvements
Promote responsible hospital resource utilization, length-of-stay optimization, and care efficiency
Perform other duties as needed to support UM and organizational goals

What You Bring

Education

Required: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Preferred: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Experience

3+ years of acute care hospital experience with strong clinical knowledge
In-depth understanding of Medicare/Medicaid UM regulations, RAC, QIO, MAC, and denial/appeals processes
Preferred: Prior experience in utilization management or case management

Credentials

Active RN license in your state of residence (WA, OR, or AK)

Ready to Make a Meaningful Impact?

Bring your clinical expertise, attention to detail, and passion for patient advocacy to a mission-driven healthcare system that believes in caring for caregivers as much as patients.

For full consideration, please attach a current resume with your application.

PeaceHealth is an EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Veterans/Disabled following all applicable state, local, and federal laws.

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