PermanentPosted 10 days ago
RN - Quality Assurance/Utilization Review - Business Development - Full Time 8hr
Emanate Health · Covina, CA
$52.03–$80.64/ hour
Top 25% pay
Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Pomona, CA
Utilization Review Nurses in the Pomona area earn a median of $64.16 per hour, about $133,440 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $51.99 and $79.47. That ranks 15th of 379 U.S. metro areas for utilization review nurse pay, and 27th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Pomona. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Pomona.
- $64.16median pay per hour, Los Angeles
- $52–$79typical range per hour
- 107,340utilization review nurses employed in the metro area
- 114cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Utilization Review Nurse pay in Pomona, CA
The metro median is 5% below the California statewide median of $67.47 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 107,340 registered nurses employed in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim metro area, 17.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.81).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $47.85 | $99,530 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $51.99 | $108,140 | 16% above U.S. median |
| Median | $64.16 | $133,440 | 43% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $79.47 | $165,300 | 77% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $83.05 | $172,740 | 85% above U.S. median |
How Pomona ranks
- 15th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 27th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 13th of 23 California metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for utilization review nurse. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Registered Nurses.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Registered Nurses (SOC 29-1141), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Pomona
- Overall prices in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim run 14% above the U.S. average (index 113.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 70% above the U.S. average (index 170.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $64.16 median hour buys what $56.50 buys at the national price level, 26% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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Estimated weekly gross$2,310
- Per year: $115,488
- Per month: $9,624
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Hospitals in Pomona
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Pomona.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center Pomona, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Casa Colina Hospital Pomona, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Utilization Review Nurse pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond Bar, CA | 5 mi | $64.16/hr | 52,292 |
| Upland, CA | 7 mi | $62.58/hr | 79,684 |
| Glendora, CA | 8 mi | $64.16/hr | 50,101 |
| Chino, CA | 8 mi | $62.58/hr | 94,010 |
| Chino Hills, CA | 8 mi | $62.58/hr | 77,418 |
| Ontario, CA | 9 mi | $62.58/hr | 185,285 |
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What employers ask for, and tax basics in California
Utilization review nurses assess admissions and services for medical necessity and coordinate with payers.
- Active RN license
- Clinical experience in acute care
- InterQual or MCG experience
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Common questions
How much do utilization review nurses make in Pomona, CA?
Utilization Review Nurses in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim metro area have a median pay of $64.16 per hour, about $133,440 a year. The middle half earn between $51.99 and $79.47 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Pomona a good place for utilization review nurses once cost of living is counted?
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim ranks 27th of 335 metro areas for utilization review nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 15th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% above the U.S. average.
Where do utilization review nurses work in Pomona?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Pomona, led by Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a California license to work in Pomona as an utilization review nurse?
California is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the California board for a license by endorsement before working here. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place utilization review nurses in Pomona?
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