Utilization Review RN – Arcata, California | 40 hours Guaranteed | Negotiable Pay

Talented Medical Solutions; Arcata (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temporary housing nearby

Job summary

Talented Medical Solutions is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse with a background in Utilization Review for a 13-week contract in Northern California. This role focuses on clinical documentation review, evaluating medical necessity, and supporting appropriate patient care and resource utilization.

The assignment is in the Arcata, CA area with temporary housing options nearby. Requires minimum 3 years nursing experience, BLS and ACLS, and ability to work the day shift (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM,

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of nursing experience.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Proof of a negative TB screen within the past 12 months.
• Ability to work the scheduled weekday day shift.

Responsibilities

• Review patient medical records and clinical documentation.
• Evaluate medical necessity and appropriateness of healthcare services.
• Support utilization management processes and clinical review requirements.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to promote appropriate care and resource utilization.
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow applicable policies and clinical guidelines.

Skills

Nursing

Utilization Review

Clinical documentation

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Job description

Day Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday

Consistent Schedule: Five 8-hour shifts per week

13-Week Contract: Starting October 26, 2026

California Location: Arcata area, with temporary housing options available nearby

Housing recommendations: search FurnishedFinder.com, travelnursehousing.com, and Humboldt Craigslist/Housing/temporary-sublet. Search in Arcata, Eureka, McKinleyville, Blue Lake, Samoa, Fortuna - anywhere within a 30-mile radius of the hospital.

Position Overview

We're seeking an experienced Registered Nurse with a background in Utilization Review or Utilization Management for a 13-week contract in Northern California.

This opportunity is ideal for an RN who enjoys clinical documentation review, evaluating medical necessity, and supporting appropriate patient care and resource utilization.

Key Responsibilities

Review patient medical records and clinical documentation.

Evaluate medical necessity and appropriateness of healthcare services.

Support utilization management processes and clinical review requirements.

Collaborate with healthcare professionals to promote appropriate care and resource utilization.

Maintain accurate documentation and follow applicable policies and clinical guidelines.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of nursing experience.

Current BLS and ACLS certifications.

Proof of a negative TB screen within the past 12 months.

Ability to work the scheduled weekday day shift.

Location & Housing

The assignment is in the Arcata, California area. Temporary housing may be available in Arcata, Eureka, McKinleyville, Blue Lake, Samoa, or Fortuna.