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RN - Utilization Review - PT
The University of Mississippi Medical Center · Jackson, MS
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Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Jackson, MS
Utilization Review Nurses in the Jackson area earn a median of $37.89 per hour, about $78,800 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $31.63 and $41.09. That ranks 283rd of 379 U.S. metro areas for utilization review nurse pay, and 180th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 7 hospitals in Jackson. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Jackson.
- $37.89median pay per hour, Jackson
- $32–$41typical range per hour
- 9,540utilization review nurses employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Utilization Review Nurse pay in Jackson, MS
The metro median is 6% above the Mississippi statewide median of $35.80 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 9,540 registered nurses employed in the Jackson metro area, 35.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.67).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $29.60 | $61,570 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $31.63 | $65,790 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Median | $37.89 | $78,800 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $41.09 | $85,470 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $55.12 | $114,650 | 22% above U.S. median |
How Jackson ranks
- 283rd of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 180th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 3 Mississippi 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 Jackson run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 35% below the U.S. average (index 64.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.89 median hour buys what $42.55 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 Jackson paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,364
- Per year: $68,202
- Per month: $5,684
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Jackson metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Jackson
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Jackson.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G. V. (Sonny) Montgomery Va Medical Center (Jackson) Jackson, MS | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Merit Health Central Jackson, MS | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mississippi Baptist Medical Center Jackson, MS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| St Dominic-Jackson Memorial Hospital Jackson, MS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Mississippi Med Center Jackson, MS | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Mississippi Methodist Rehab Ctr Jackson, MS | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of Jackson Jackson, MS | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfport, MS | 147 mi | $36.05/hr | 74,621 |
| New Orleans, LA | 157 mi | $39.39/hr | 362,701 |
| Kenner, LA | 159 mi | $39.39/hr | 64,650 |
| Mobile, AL | 168 mi | $33.51/hr | 201,367 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 168 mi | $33.07/hr | 114,288 |
| Southaven, MS | 183 mi | $38.10/hr | 57,493 |
Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Mississippi · Utilization Review Nurse jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Mississippi
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
Mississippi 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 Jackson, MS?
Utilization Review Nurses in the Jackson metro area have a median pay of $37.89 per hour, about $78,800 a year. The middle half earn between $31.63 and $41.09 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Jackson a good place for utilization review nurses once cost of living is counted?
Jackson ranks 180th of 335 metro areas for utilization review nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 283rd of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do utilization review nurses work in Jackson?
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Jackson, led by G. V. (Sonny) Montgomery Va Medical Center (Jackson). Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Mississippi license to work in Jackson as an utilization review nurse?
Mississippi 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 Mississippi license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place utilization review nurses in Jackson?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Jackson and across Mississippi. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Jackson.
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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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