PermanentPosted 9 days ago
Utilization Management Nurse WP
Advocate Health · North Carolina
$35.50–$53.25/ hour
Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Apex, NC
The median utilization review nurse pay in the Apex area is $40.80 per hour ($84,870 a year), with the typical range running from $37.27 to $51.13. That ranks 142nd of 379 U.S. metro areas for utilization review nurse pay, and 231st of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in the Apex metro area. The free report below lists employers near Apex and what they pay.
- $40.80median pay per hour, Raleigh
- $37–$51typical range per hour
- 12,820utilization review nurses employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Utilization Review Nurse pay in Apex, NC
The metro median is 4% above the North Carolina statewide median of $39.36 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 12,820 registered nurses employed in the Raleigh-Cary metro area, 17.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.83).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $32.43 | $67,450 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.27 | $77,520 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $40.80 | $84,870 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $51.13 | $106,350 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $51.83 | $107,810 | 15% above U.S. median |
How Apex ranks
- 142nd of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 231st of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 12 North Carolina 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 Apex
- Overall prices in Raleigh-Cary run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $40.80 median hour buys what $41.57 buys at the national price level, 8% 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$1,469
- Per year: $73,440
- Per month: $6,120
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Raleigh-Cary metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Hospitals in the Raleigh-Cary area
CMS lists 6 hospitals in the Raleigh-Cary area.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rex Hospital Raleigh, NC | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Wakemed, Cary Hospital Cary, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Wakemed, Raleigh Campus Raleigh, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Holly Hill Mental Health Services Raleigh, NC | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Raleigh Oaks Behavioral Health Garner, NC | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Triangle Springs Raleigh, NC | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cary, NC | 5 mi | $40.80/hr | 182,659 |
| Raleigh, NC | 15 mi | $40.80/hr | 499,825 |
| Chapel Hill, NC | 17 mi | $39.36/hr | 64,028 |
| Durham, NC | 17 mi | $39.36/hr | 301,870 |
| Burlington, NC | 41 mi | $41.88/hr | 61,365 |
| Fayetteville, NC | 45 mi | $39.07/hr | 209,496 |
Utilization Review Nurse jobs in North Carolina · Utilization Review Nurse jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in North Carolina
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
North Carolina taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Apex
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Common questions
How much do utilization review nurses make in Apex, NC?
Utilization Review Nurses in the Raleigh-Cary metro area have a median pay of $40.80 per hour, about $84,870 a year. The middle half earn between $37.27 and $51.13 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Apex a good place for utilization review nurses once cost of living is counted?
Raleigh-Cary ranks 231st of 335 metro areas for utilization review nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 142nd of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Where do utilization review nurses work in Apex?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in the Raleigh-Cary area, led by Rex Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Apex as an utilization review nurse?
North Carolina 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 North Carolina license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
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- 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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