Per diemPosted 3 days ago
Registered Nurse (RN) - Utilization Review - PRN
Norman Regional Health System · Norman, OK
$30.10–$49.17/ hour
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Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Lawton, OK
Pay for utilization review nurses in the Lawton area centers on $40.94 per hour, or about $85,150 a year. The lower quarter earns under $35.26 and the upper quarter over $45.26. That ranks 138th of 379 U.S. metro areas for utilization review nurse pay, and 62nd of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Lawton. The free report below lists employers near Lawton and what they pay.
- $40.94median pay per hour, Lawton
- $35–$45typical range per hour
- 840utilization review nurses employed in the metro area
- 86cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Utilization Review Nurse pay in Lawton, OK
The metro median is 5% above the Oklahoma statewide median of $39.02 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 840 registered nurses employed in the Lawton metro area, 19.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.93).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $32.58 | $67,770 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $35.26 | $73,340 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Median | $40.94 | $85,150 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $45.26 | $94,140 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $70.18 | $145,970 | 56% above U.S. median |
How Lawton ranks
- 138th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 62nd of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 Oklahoma 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 Lawton
- Overall prices in Lawton run 14% below the U.S. average (index 85.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 43% below the U.S. average (index 57.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $40.94 median hour buys what $47.64 buys at the national price level, 6% above 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$1,474
- Per year: $73,692
- Per month: $6,141
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Hospitals in Lawton
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Lawton.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Health Lawton, OK | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Southwestern Medical Center Lawton, OK | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Lawton Indian Hospital Lawton, OK | Acute care | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
| Jim Taliaferro Comm Mental Health Ctr Lawton, OK | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita Falls, TX | 49 mi | $38.28/hr | 102,372 |
| Moore, OK | 73 mi | $38.68/hr | 63,845 |
| Norman, OK | 75 mi | $38.68/hr | 131,010 |
| Oklahoma City, OK | 78 mi | $38.68/hr | 712,919 |
| Midwest City, OK | 83 mi | $38.68/hr | 58,505 |
| Edmond, OK | 93 mi | $38.68/hr | 99,040 |
Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Oklahoma · Utilization Review Nurse jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Oklahoma
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
Oklahoma 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 Lawton, OK?
Utilization Review Nurses in the Lawton metro area have a median pay of $40.94 per hour, about $85,150 a year. The middle half earn between $35.26 and $45.26 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lawton a good place for utilization review nurses once cost of living is counted?
Lawton ranks 62nd of 335 metro areas for utilization review nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 138th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% below the U.S. average.
Where do utilization review nurses work in Lawton?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Lawton, led by Memorial Health. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Oklahoma license to work in Lawton as an utilization review nurse?
Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
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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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