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Utilization Review Specialist
LifePoint Health · Olathe, KS
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Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Olathe, KS
The median utilization review nurse pay in the Olathe area is $39.73 per hour ($82,630 a year), with the typical range running from $36.60 to $46.29. That ranks 180th of 379 U.S. metro areas for utilization review nurse pay, and 162nd of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Olathe. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Olathe.
- $39.73median pay per hour, Kansas City
- $37–$46typical range per hour
- 28,180utilization review nurses employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Utilization Review Nurse pay in Olathe, KS
The metro median is 6% above the Kansas statewide median of $37.53 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 28,180 registered nurses employed in the Kansas City metro area, 25.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.21).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.42 | $65,350 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $36.60 | $76,130 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $39.73 | $82,630 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $46.29 | $96,280 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $50.12 | $104,250 | 11% above U.S. median |
How Olathe ranks
- 180th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 162nd of 335 after adjusting for local prices
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 Kansas City run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $39.73 median hour buys what $42.93 buys at the national price level, 5% 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 Olathe paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,430
- Per year: $71,514
- Per month: $5,960
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Kansas City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Olathe
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Olathe.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Of Kansas Health System Olathe Hospital Olathe, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Cottonwood Springs Llc Olathe, KS | Psychiatric | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lenexa, KS | 6 mi | $39.73/hr | 59,427 |
| Overland Park, KS | 7 mi | $39.73/hr | 202,893 |
| Lawrence, KS | 25 mi | $38.23/hr | 97,271 |
| Topeka, KS | 48 mi | $37.92/hr | 125,467 |
| St. Joseph, MO | 61 mi | $35.94/hr | 71,098 |
| Manhattan, KS | 98 mi | $37.29/hr | 54,700 |
Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Kansas · Utilization Review Nurse jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Kansas
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
Kansas 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 Olathe, KS?
Utilization Review Nurses in the Kansas City metro area have a median pay of $39.73 per hour, about $82,630 a year. The middle half earn between $36.60 and $46.29 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Olathe a good place for utilization review nurses once cost of living is counted?
Kansas City ranks 162nd of 335 metro areas for utilization review nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 180th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do utilization review nurses work in Olathe?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Olathe, led by University Of Kansas Health System Olathe Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Kansas license to work in Olathe as an utilization review nurse?
Kansas 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 Kansas license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place utilization review nurses in Olathe?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Olathe and across Kansas. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Olathe.
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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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