Travel Registered Nurse Utilization Management Job

About the Role

Registered Nurse – Utilization Management for a 9-week travel assignment in a long-term care (LTC) nursing home setting in Middletown, Rhode Island. The assignment starts November 2, 2026, with 40 guaranteed hours per week on a 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM shift (5x8 schedule), Monday through Friday with weekend on-call coverage as scheduled.

Responsibilities

• Conduct utilization management activities in a LTC/geriatric care setting, including review of patient records and care plans to support appropriate level of care and payer criteria.
• Coordinate with the unit manager and interdisciplinary team to ensure accurate documentation and timely decision-making on admissions, continuations, or discharges.
• Perform chart reviews, identify gaps in documentation, and communicate findings to the care team and appropriate stakeholders.
• Apply evidence-based criteria to determine medical necessity and escalation pathways, while ensuring regulatory and organizational compliance.
• Communicate clearly with physicians, nursing staff, and management to optimize patient outcomes and resource use; participate in weekend on-call coverage as scheduled.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all relevant laws and policies governing patient information and utilization management activities.

Requirements

• Active RN license and ability to practice in Rhode Island or eligible for assignment in this setting.
• Minimum education: RN degree (Diploma, ADN, or BSN).
• Experience in utilization management, case management, or medical record review is preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced LTC environment and to meet the demands of a travel assignment.
• Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and communication skills.
• Availability to fulfill weekend on-call requirements as part of the assignment schedule.

Benefits

• Guaranteed hours for the duration of the assignment.
• 9-week contract with defined assignment timeline.
• Travel assignment with ongoing staffing support and coordination.

Pay

Weekly pay range: $2,330–$2,431 per week (estimated; final compensation package will be discussed during the hiring process).

Schedule

Shift: 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, five days per week (Monday–Friday), with weekend on-call coverage as scheduled. Guaranteed 40 hours per week.

Contract Details

• Duration: 9 weeks
• Start date: November 2, 2026
• Assignment type: Travel/temporary
• Work setting: Long-term care (LTC) nursing home
• Location: Middletown, Rhode Island