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Posted Apr 16, 2026

UM Nurse Manager (Utilization Management) – 100% Remote | California

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Now Hiring: UM Nurse Manager (100% Remote – California Only) Remote (Must reside in CA) 13 weeks Contract Start: ASAP Mon–Fri, 8 AM–5 PM (On-call required) $57.09–$94.18/hr (DOE) We are seeking an experienced Utilization Management (UM) Nurse Manager to lead a team of 15 (RNs & non-clinical staff). This role serves as the UM SME, manages escalations, ensures regulatory compliance, and oversees prior authorization review processes. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and supervise UM team performance • Oversee prior authorization reviews (ambulatory & health plan) • Manage escalations and serve as UM Subject Matter Expert • Ensure compliance with Federal, State, URAC & NCQA regulations • Participate in audits and UM committee meetings • Drive process improvement initiatives • Collaborate with providers, case management & leadership Requirements (MUST HAVE): • Active California RN License • Bachelor’s degree in healthcare-related field • 3–5+ years Nursing Management experience • 5–10+ years total nursing experience • Strong Prior Authorization experience (ambulatory & health plan required) • Health Plan experience (Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Commercial, HMO, Medi-Cal/ACA) • Experience managing UM for California • UM audits & regulatory compliance experience • Knowledge of medical necessity criteria (NCD, LCD, LCA, MCG, NCCN) • Strong leadership & escalation management skills Interested? Email: [email protected]
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