Travel Registered Nurse Utilization Management Job

Company: Healthforce by TLC
Location: Pembroke
Posted on: February 21, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Step into a pivotal role as a Registered Nurse in Utilization Management, where your clinical expertise guides patient care from admission through discharge. In this Pembroke, North Carolina contract, you’ll blend evidence-based criteria with compassionate oversight to optimize outcomes, steward resources, and support care teams across settings. This position is more than a job—it's a mission to ensure every patient receives appropriate, timely, and high?quality care while helping facilities operate within guidelines. Your impact will unfold week after week as you review cases, interpret policies, and collaborate with physicians, case managers, and payers to secure the safest, most effective paths to recovery. The start date is February 13, 2026, and assignments run for defined weeks with guaranteed hours, offering stability within a dynamic travel environment. Pembroke and the surrounding region welcome you to a lifestyle that blends professional purpose with North Carolina’s warm hospitality and natural beauty. Pembroke sits in Robeson County, surrounded by a tapestry of natural landscapes, cultural richness, and welcoming communities. You’ll enjoy a community-focused setting with supportive networks that champion your clinical judgment, as well as easy access to hospitals, clinics, and coordinated care teams. For travel-minded professionals, this role also opens doors to assignments across the United States, letting you explore diverse health systems while maintaining a stable base of guaranteed hours and predictable pay. The state of North Carolina offers blue?ridge vistas, river trails, and coastlines within reach, along with vibrant cities, arts, and culinary scenes. Whether you’re hiking a forested path, strolling a historic town, or savoring local barbecue, you’ll find balance between meaningful work and restorative downtime in this beautiful corner of the South. Your responsibilities as a Utilization Management RN include verifying medical necessity, reviewing services against evidence?based guidelines, coordinating care transitions, and ensuring documentation supports appropriate utilization. You’ll partner with physicians, nurses, and case managers to identify opportunities for safe, efficient care paths, educate teams on guidelines, and communicate with payers to confirm authorization and coverage. This role offers substantial professional growth within the Utilization Management specialty, with opportunities to broaden scope, assume leadership responsibilities, and gain exposure to diverse clinical protocols across settings. The compensation package features competitive weekly pay ranging from 2,239 to 2,347 dollars, with guaranteed 40 hours per week. Additional benefits include a sign-on or performance bonus, housing assistance, and the potential for contract extensions to extend your impact and stay connected with the network you build here. Comprehensive support is provided, including 24/7 assistance while you travel with the company, ensuring you have help whenever you need it—from onboarding through every shift. Our company is founded on empowerment, ongoing learning, and a supportive culture that prioritizes your career progression. You’ll receive thorough onboarding, access to mentoring, and clear pathways to advance within Utilization Management or broader clinical operations. The environment emphasizes work?life balance, safe staffing, and recognition for dedication, with teams that collaborate across disciplines to deliver patient?centered care. Here, your expertise is valued, your development is nurtured, and your success is celebrated as you grow into higher levels of responsibility and influence. Ready to elevate your nursing career while exploring North Carolina and beyond? Apply now to join a company that values your contribution, offers competitive pay and benefits, and supports your professional development every step of the way. Begin your journey February 13, 2026, with guaranteed 40 hours per week, weekly pay in the range of 2,239 to 2,347, and a pathway to continued growth through extension opportunities and housing support. Note: hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process. Privacy & Consent By applying, you agree to TLC Healthforce's Privacy Policy and consent to receive job-related text messages; message/data rates may apply. Reply STOP to opt out. About TLC Nursing TLC Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing Nursing and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S. ShiftShield™ – Traveler Protection ShiftShield™ protects travelers from preventable facility-driven cancellations and ensures fair compensation for schedule disruptions. Why Travelers Choose TLC Competitive weekly pay Fast credentialing 24/7 recruiter & clinical support Nationwide assignments Referral Bonus Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required. EEO Statement TLC Healthforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Powered by JazzHR rJvtawvOXL

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