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DIR - UTILIZATION REVIEW / MGMT
Universal Health Services · Augusta, GA
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Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Augusta, GA
Utilization Review Nurses in the Augusta area earn a median of $40.45 per hour, about $84,130 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $35.20 and $46.51. That ranks 157th of 379 U.S. metro areas for utilization review nurse pay, and 129th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Augusta. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Augusta.
- $40.45median pay per hour, Augusta
- $35–$47typical range per hour
- 7,010utilization review nurses employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Utilization Review Nurse pay in Augusta, GA
The metro median is 3% below the Georgia statewide median of $41.61 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 7,010 registered nurses employed in the Augusta-Richmond County metro area, 30.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.43).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.01 | $64,500 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $35.20 | $73,220 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Median | $40.45 | $84,130 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $46.51 | $96,740 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $55.31 | $115,040 | 23% above U.S. median |
How Augusta ranks
- 157th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 129th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 12 Georgia 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.
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- Overall prices in Augusta-Richmond County run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 29% below the U.S. average (index 70.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $40.45 median hour buys what $44.01 buys at the national price level, 2% below 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.
Estimate your Augusta paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,456
- Per year: $72,810
- Per month: $6,068
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Augusta-Richmond County metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Augusta
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Augusta.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Augusta Va Medical Center Augusta, GA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Doctors Hospital Augusta, GA | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Piedmont Augusta Hospital Augusta, GA | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Wellstar Mcg Health, Affiliated With Med Col Augusta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| East Central Regional Hospital Augusta, GA | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia, SC | 82 mi | $38.51/hr | 144,788 |
| Athens, GA | 85 mi | $38.43/hr | 128,691 |
| Macon, GA | 101 mi | $39.50/hr | 157,056 |
| Greenville, SC | 103 mi | $38.26/hr | 74,371 |
| Warner Robins, GA | 106 mi | $42.44/hr | 86,199 |
| Savannah, GA | 106 mi | $40.25/hr | 148,808 |
Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Georgia · Utilization Review Nurse jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Georgia
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
Georgia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do utilization review nurses make in Augusta, GA?
Utilization Review Nurses in the Augusta-Richmond County metro area have a median pay of $40.45 per hour, about $84,130 a year. The middle half earn between $35.20 and $46.51 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Augusta a good place for utilization review nurses once cost of living is counted?
Augusta-Richmond County ranks 129th of 335 metro areas for utilization review nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 157th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do utilization review nurses work in Augusta?
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Augusta, led by Augusta Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Georgia license to work in Augusta as an utilization review nurse?
Georgia is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Georgia license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place utilization review nurses in Augusta?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Augusta and across Georgia. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Augusta.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Emanate HealthCovina, CA · 1 posting$66.34/ hr$52–$81
- Veterans Health AdministrationPhiladelphia, PA · 1 posting$56.65/ hr$39–$74
- MaineGeneral HealthAugusta, ME · 1 posting$53.62/ hr$39–$68
- Trinity HealthConnecticut · 1 posting$48.05/ hr$36–$60
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