Utilization Management Nurse

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Des Moines, Iowa, US Until 9/23/2026 First posted July 25, 2026 Last posted July 25, 2026
Job description

Utilization Management Nurse

Location: Onsite in Dubuque, IA. Also accepting remote applicants.

We are looking for a nurse just like you - a nurse that thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys making a difference for patients, and prefers working in a professional office setting with daytime office hours and weekends/holidays off.

This position is responsible for working telephonically with providers to evaluate and pre-certify requests such as hospital stays, outpatient surgeries, outpatient tests, care, etc. Review requests and match up to an evidence-based guideline to ensure proper care and ensure the right service is happening at the right time and is medically necessary. In this position you will be handling multiple provider phone calls at any given time and need to be able to handle a very fast paced environment. You will also work closely with participants for referrals to case management and condition management services according to referral criteria and health plan guidelines.

Qualified candidates will have strong multitasking skills, RN and clinical experience, preferably in ER, ICU, mental health, orthopedics, and/or pain management. Bilingual is also preferred.

Full-Time Benefits - Most benefits start day 1

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Flex Spending or HSA
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Profit-Sharing/Defined Contribution (1-year waiting period)
  • PTO/Paid Holidays
  • Company-paid ST and LT Disability
  • Maternity Leave/Parental Leave
  • Subsidized Parking
  • Company-paid Term Life/Accidental Death Insurance
About this role

Summary

Evaluate healthcare requests, match to guidelines, coordinate with providers, managing multiple calls.

Job title

Utilization Management Nurse

Experience level

preferably in ER, ICU, mental health, orthopedics, and/or pain management

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Onsite in Des Moines, remote options accepted, USA

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

RNclinical experiencemultitasking

Preferred skills

bilingual

Specializations

clinicaltelephonepatient caremedical review
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Des Moines, IA, USA

On-site City

United States

Remote Country