PermanentPosted 16 days ago
Utilization Review Registered Nurse - 40 hours
MaineGeneral Health · Augusta, ME
$39.00–$68.25/ hour
Top 25% pay
Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Portland, ME
Pay for utilization review nurses in the Portland area centers on $39.82 per hour, or about $82,830 a year. The lower quarter earns under $38.51 and the upper quarter over $48.07. That ranks 176th of 379 U.S. metro areas for utilization review nurse pay, and 304th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Portland. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Portland.
- $39.82median pay per hour, Portland
- $39–$48typical range per hour
- 6,660utilization review nurses employed in the metro area
- 102cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Utilization Review Nurse pay in Portland, ME
The metro median is in line with the Maine statewide median of $39.84 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 6,660 registered nurses employed in the Portland-South Portland metro area, 23.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.10).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $33.13 | $68,910 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $38.51 | $80,100 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $39.82 | $82,830 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $48.07 | $99,990 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $49.78 | $103,540 | 11% above U.S. median |
How Portland ranks
- 176th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 304th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 3 Maine 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 Portland
- Overall prices in Portland-South Portland run 2% above the U.S. average (index 101.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% above the U.S. average (index 105.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $39.82 median hour buys what $39.09 buys at the national price level, 13% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,434
- Per year: $71,676
- Per month: $5,973
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Portland-South Portland metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Hospitals in Portland
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Portland.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, ME | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Northern Light Mercy Hospital Portland, ME | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haverhill, MA | 74 mi | $49.25/hr | 68,291 |
| Manchester, NH | 78 mi | $41.93/hr | 116,386 |
| Lawrence, MA | 81 mi | $49.25/hr | 89,332 |
| Peabody, MA | 86 mi | $49.25/hr | 55,418 |
| Lynn, MA | 89 mi | $49.25/hr | 103,489 |
| Lowell, MA | 89 mi | $49.25/hr | 120,418 |
Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Maine · Utilization Review Nurse jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Maine
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
Maine 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 Portland, ME?
Utilization Review Nurses in the Portland-South Portland metro area have a median pay of $39.82 per hour, about $82,830 a year. The middle half earn between $38.51 and $48.07 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Portland a good place for utilization review nurses once cost of living is counted?
Portland-South Portland ranks 304th of 335 metro areas for utilization review nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 176th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Where do utilization review nurses work in Portland?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Portland, led by Mainehealth Maine Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Maine license to work in Portland as an utilization review nurse?
Maine 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 Maine license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place utilization review nurses in Portland?
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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
- Trinity HealthConnecticut · 1 posting$48.05/ hr$36–$60
- Glens Falls HospitalGlens Falls, NY · 1 posting$47.87/ hr$36–$60
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Low$36Median$45.44High$66
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