Job Title: Utilization Management RN (Remote) | Baltimore, MD | $85K+
• Fully remote opportunity
• Fast interview process
Location: Baltimore, MD (Remote – must reside in Maryland or hold compact license)
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Utilization Management
About Us
Morgan Stephens represents the nation’s top healthcare systems, offering highly competitive compensation and benefits to top candidates. We are led by experienced healthcare industry professionals and specialize in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct placement services nationwide.
We have successfully placed thousands of healthcare professionals into organizations seeking high-quality talent and continue to partner with leading health systems and managed care organizations.
Position Summary
The Utilization Management RN plays a critical role in ensuring healthcare services are delivered with quality, cost efficiency, and full regulatory compliance. Through ongoing review and audit of clinical documentation, this role helps prevent unnecessary procedures, ineffective treatment, and extended hospital stays.
This position is ideal for an RN with strong clinical judgment, prior authorization experience, and a background in managed care, hospital case management, or utilization review.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
• Perform concurrent review of patient clinical information for medical necessity and efficiency
• Conduct ongoing review of precertification and prior authorization requests
• Ensure services align with established clinical guidelines (MCG or InterQual)
• Monitor the activities of clinical and non-clinical staff related to utilization processes
• Coordinate discharge planning needs with the interdisciplinary healthcare team
• Advocate for quality care and improved patient outcomes
• Identify opportunities to reduce unnecessary hospital stays and prevent complications
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all patient-related interactions
• Prepare reports on patient management, utilization trends, and cost savings
• Provide daily updates to the Manager of Utilization Management
• Work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with minimal supervision
Skills and Qualifications
• Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Maryland or compact state (required)
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN preferred)
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in Utilization Management or Case Management
• Strong knowledge of MCG or InterQual guidelines
• Experience with prior authorizations, concurrent review, and medical necessity determinations
• Proficiency in EMR systems and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Strong critical thinking, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment
Preferred Experience
• Managed care or health plan experience (Medicaid or Medicare populations preferred)
• Experience with Maryland Medicaid or long-term services and supports (LTSS)
• Utilization Management (UM) or Case Management certification (CCM, ACM) preferred
Why This Role Matters
This role directly impacts patient outcomes, cost efficiency, and quality of care. You will play a key role in ensuring patients receive appropriate, timely, and effective treatment while supporting the overall healthcare system.
Benefits Include
Competitive compensation, full benefits package, 401(k) with match, paid time off, continuing education support, and full remote flexibility.