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Rising Medical Solutions
Chicago, Illinois

Utilization Review Nurse

Registered NurseNo weekendsFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

Rising Medical Solutions has an opening for a Utilization Review Nurse, and we want to hear from you! We're a bill review and cost containment company - so what does that mean?

Basically we are trying to fix a very broken healthcare system by reducing the cost of healthcare claims through bill review, case management, and utilization review. Our mission is "To make lives better" and everyone here at Rising works hard to achieve this goal.

So take a look at the job, let us know what you think, and let's start working towards a better future!

**This is a full-time position - 40 hours per week (Must work M-F each day).

Responsibilities

  • Perform all aspects of the Utilization Review Process
  • Review records and requests for UR, which may arrive via mail, e-mail, fax, or phone
  • Utilize evidence-based guidelines to determine if authorization can be given versus having to send the file or for Peer or Physician Review

Write Nurse Summaries on All UR Files

  • Document properly in Rising's database (and client data bases when appropriate), and send determination letters on each completed UR
  • Establish collaborative relationships with clients, patients, employers, providers and attorneys
  • Track ongoing status of all UR activity so that appropriate turn-around times are met
  • Maintain organized files containing clinical documentation of interactions with all parties of every claim
  • Utilize good clinical judgment, careful listening, and critical thinking and assessment skills
  • Respond to various written and telephonic inquiries regarding status of case
  • Must be proficient in the use of a computer, including the use of various software programs simultaneously
  • An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing
  • Hold an active and unencumbered RN license in one or more states
  • 3 to 5 years of clinical practice experience or 2 years of case management and/or UR experience
  • More than one state license (a plus)
  • Experience with Workers' Compensation, short-term or long-term disability, or liability claims
  • The ability to set priorities and work both autonomously and as a team member
  • Well-developed time-management, organization, and prioritization skills
  • Excellent analytical skills
  • Superb oral and written communication
  • The ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare summary reports
  • Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
  • Experience in a fast-paced, multi-faceted environment
  • Demonstrated persistence and attention to detail
  • General understanding of CPT and ICD-9/ICD-10 codes and Medicare guidelines
  • Working knowledge of: Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Ability to remain calm during stressful situations

A Customer-service Mindset

  • Generous Flexible Time Off (take it when you need it!)
  • Comprehensive benefit package including health/dental/vision insurance, profit sharing, and 401k matching
  • Career Growth Opportunities - We often promote from within
  • Professional Development Reimbursement Program (PDRP)
  • You will be part of our new Elevate program designed to recognize and reward employees for their hard work
  • Rising was named a Top Workplace in the healthcare industry for 2023! Check out our profile here: Working at Rising Medical Solutions | Top Workplaces
  • We're on YouTube! Check out our culture at: youtube.com
  • Want to see more? Check out our:
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  • LinkedIn: linkedin.com..

If you are ready to join a team of professionals dedicated to making a difference and making lives better, please apply today!

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active, unencumbered RN license and possess an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing. The role requires 3 to 5 years of clinical practice experience or 2 years of case management/utilization review experience, along with proficiency in computer software.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Data gatheringReport preparationCPT codingICD-9 codingICD-10 codingMicrosoft Office

Utilization Review — Registered Nurse Career Context

Of the 50 active Utilization Review listings this role was benchmarked against, 28% are remote, 54% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Registered Nurse Jobs

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Salary Distribution

45 jobs · 37 employers
12
<$95k
11
$95k-115k
13
$115k-135k
8
$135k-155k
1
$165k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

34 jobs
401k / retirement match
94% this job
Loan repayment
18%
Sign-on bonus
15%
CME allowance
12%
PSLF eligible
12%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.5this job 3.9
Better work-life than 50% of Utilization Review Nurse listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 48 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
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About Rising Medical Solutions

Insurance
Chicago, IL
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Generous Flexible Time Off
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Profit sharing
401k matching
Professional Development Reimbursement Program
Career growth opportunities

Living in Chicago

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$356k
Typical market rent
$2,342/mo
Residents’ average commute
33 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.