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Utilization Management Nurse Consultant - Clinical Precertification RN (Medicare)

Remote | Full-Time | Monday-Friday

Are you a Registered Nurse looking to leverage your clinical expertise in a non-bedside role? Join our Utilization Management team and help ensure members receive the right care, at the right time, in the right setting.

What You'll Do

Review clinical cases and make coverage determinations using evidence-based criteria
Collaborate with providers and interdisciplinary care teams to support treatment planning
Apply clinical judgment to utilization management and prior authorization decisions
Identify opportunities to improve quality, outcomes, and member experience
Serve as a trusted clinical resource for internal and external stakeholders

Required Qualifications

Active, unrestricted RN license in the state of residence
Minimum 3 years of RN experience, including at least 1 year in Medical-Surgical Nursing
Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Teams, and Excel
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Ability to work Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:30 PM in your local time zone

Note: Utilization Management is a 24/7 operation. Schedules may include occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs.

Preferred Qualifications

Utilization Management, Prior Authorization, or Care Management experience
Managed care experience
Experience using MedCompass or similar UM platforms
Ambulatory surgery or outpatient clinical experience
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Why Join Us?

Transition your clinical expertise into a collaborative, non-bedside role
Make a meaningful impact on healthcare quality and member outcomes
Work remotely with a supportive and experienced team
Expand your knowledge of healthcare operations, utilization management, and managed care
Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and development

Work-from-Home Requirements

Direct wired internet connection (minimum 25 Mbps download / 3 Mbps upload); Wi-Fi and satellite internet are not permitted
Dedicated, private workspace that complies with HIPAA and company security requirements
Ability to work from your confirmed state and city of residence
Company-provided equipment includes computer, monitor(s), keyboard, and headset
Employees are responsible for providing appropriate workspace furniture
Commitment to maintaining required internet speeds and remote work standards

Technical Requirements

Ability to navigate multiple monitors and applications simultaneously
Comfortable using Teams, Outlook, email, calendars, and virtual meeting platforms
Experience with Microsoft 365 applications (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or similar tools
Ability to securely access systems, including VPNs and healthcare applications
Basic troubleshooting skills, including resolving connectivity and application issues
Willingness to learn new technology and adapt to evolving business needs

If you're passionate about combining clinical expertise, healthcare quality, and care coordination to improve member outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

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Anticipated Weekly Hours

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$29.10 - $62.32

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.

Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

Great benefits for great people

We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.

This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.

Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 10/26/2026

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.

Utilization Management Nurse Consultant