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Registered Nurse - Utilization Management Coordinator
Veterans Health Administration · Philadelphia, PA
$81k–$155k/ year
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Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Reading, PA
The median utilization review nurse pay in the Reading area is $46.31 per hour ($96,330 a year), with the typical range running from $40.03 to $49.14. That ranks 87th of 379 U.S. metro areas for utilization review nurse pay, and 58th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Reading. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Reading.
- $46.31median pay per hour, Reading
- $40–$49typical range per hour
- 3,360utilization review nurses employed in the metro area
- 97cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Utilization Review Nurse pay in Reading, PA
The metro median is 10% above the Pennsylvania statewide median of $42.12 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 3,360 registered nurses employed in the Reading metro area, 19.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.92).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $36.07 | $75,030 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $40.03 | $83,260 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Median | $46.31 | $96,330 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $49.14 | $102,210 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $60.23 | $125,280 | 34% above U.S. median |
How Reading ranks
- 87th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 58th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 15 Pennsylvania 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 Reading
- Overall prices in Reading run 3% below the U.S. average (index 97.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 15% below the U.S. average (index 85.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $46.31 median hour buys what $47.71 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$1,667
- Per year: $83,358
- Per month: $6,946
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Hospitals in Reading
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Reading.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penn State Health St. Joseph Reading, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Haven Behavioral Hospital Of Eastern Pennsylvania Reading, PA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Tower Behavioral Health Reading, PA | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster, PA | 29 mi | $39.99/hr | 58,441 |
| Allentown, PA | 29 mi | $46.69/hr | 127,138 |
| Bethlehem, PA | 35 mi | $46.69/hr | 79,453 |
| Wilmington, DE | 47 mi | $47.70/hr | 73,176 |
| Philadelphia, PA | 48 mi | $47.70/hr | 1,573,916 |
| Harrisburg, PA | 51 mi | $41.10/hr | 50,649 |
Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Pennsylvania · Utilization Review Nurse jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Pennsylvania
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
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Common questions
How much do utilization review nurses make in Reading, PA?
Utilization Review Nurses in the Reading metro area have a median pay of $46.31 per hour, about $96,330 a year. The middle half earn between $40.03 and $49.14 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Reading a good place for utilization review nurses once cost of living is counted?
Reading ranks 58th of 335 metro areas for utilization review nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 87th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Where do utilization review nurses work in Reading?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Reading, led by Penn State Health St. Joseph. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Pennsylvania license to work in Reading as an utilization review nurse?
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania 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
- MaineGeneral HealthAugusta, ME · 1 posting$53.62/ hr$39–$68
- 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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