Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Provo, UT
Pay for utilization review nurses in the Provo area centers on $38.29 per hour, or about $79,630 a year. The lower quarter earns under $36.30 and the upper quarter over $47.12. That ranks 258th of 379 U.S. metro areas for utilization review nurse pay, and 307th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Provo. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Provo.
- $38.29median pay per hour, Provo
- $36–$47typical range per hour
- 3,710utilization review nurses employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Utilization Review Nurse pay in Provo, UT
The metro median is 3% below the Utah statewide median of $39.55 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 3,710 registered nurses employed in the Provo-Orem-Lehi metro area, 12.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.58).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.58 | $65,690 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $36.30 | $75,500 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.29 | $79,630 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $47.12 | $98,010 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $49.72 | $103,420 | 10% above U.S. median |
How Provo ranks
- 258th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 307th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 5 Utah 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 Provo
- Overall prices in Provo-Orem-Lehi run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 4% above the U.S. average (index 104.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.29 median hour buys what $38.98 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.
Get the Provo Utilization Review Nurse pay report
Named employers near Provo, what they pay and the roles open now. Free for candidates, email only.
Get my free pay reportEstimate your Provo paycheck
- Per year: $68,922
- Per month: $5,744
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Provo-Orem-Lehi metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Provo
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Provo.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intermountain Health Utah Valley Hospital Provo, UT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Utah State Hospital Provo, UT | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orem, UT | 5 mi | $38.29/hr | 96,646 |
| Saratoga Springs, UT | 16 mi | $38.29/hr | 57,411 |
| Draper, UT | 21 mi | $39.97/hr | 50,166 |
| Sandy, UT | 25 mi | $39.97/hr | 92,840 |
| Herriman, UT | 26 mi | $39.97/hr | 62,352 |
| South Jordan, UT | 28 mi | $39.97/hr | 86,156 |
Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Utah · Utilization Review Nurse jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Utah
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
Utah taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Provo
Provo city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do utilization review nurses make in Provo, UT?
Utilization Review Nurses in the Provo-Orem-Lehi metro area have a median pay of $38.29 per hour, about $79,630 a year. The middle half earn between $36.30 and $47.12 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Provo a good place for utilization review nurses once cost of living is counted?
Provo-Orem-Lehi ranks 307th of 335 metro areas for utilization review nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 258th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Where do utilization review nurses work in Provo?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Provo, led by Intermountain Health Utah Valley Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Utah license to work in Provo as an utilization review nurse?
Utah 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 Utah license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place utilization review nurses in Provo?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Provo and across Utah. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Provo.
What do employers near Provo pay utilization review nurses? Get the report.
Tell us your role and city. Within 24 hours you get an email with three things, by employer name. It costs you nothing, because employers pay us.
- 1Pay for your role at other hospitals
The hourly pay at named employers near you, so you see who pays most.
- 2What they are offering now
The pay range and median across current postings, and how many were posted this month.
- 3Roles open for you right now
Every current opening near you with pay, shift and start date. Reply with one click.
Get your free pay report
20+ Utilization Review Nurse roles in Utah, sent free by email
Tell us who you are and what you do. We email the report within 24 hours on business days.
Your UR Nurse pay reportTop-paying hospitals shown · your Utah list by name comes with the full report
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
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published. Request your Utah list
2What they are offering now
11 UR Nurse postings with published pay in the US, 10 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open UR Nurse roles
Open UR Nurse roles near Provo, UT, each with pay, shift and start date, arrive with your report.