Travel Utilization Review & Swing Bed RN Case Manager - $2,406 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Case Manager, Utilization Review for a travel nursing job in Portales, New Mexico.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Utilization Review
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Utilization Review and Swing Bed Case Manager position in New Mexico, requiring a minimum of 5 years of experience and an active NM or Compact RN license.

Details

• Day shift position with hours from 0800–1630
• 13-week contract
• Acute care hospital setting
• Covers utilization review, discharge planning, and swing bed coordination
• Patient population includes Medicare, Medicaid, HMO, swing bed, and private insurance cases
• Involves running Interqual for all inpatient and observation patients admitted to the floor
• Participates in daily rounds with bedside staff, physicians, and ancillary team members

Requirements

• Active NM or Compact RN license currently in hand
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant RN experience required
• Experience in utilization review, discharge planning, and case management
• Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, HMO, swing bed, and private insurance coverage criteria
• Experience running Interqual criteria
• DOB and SSN required for consideration

Additional Information

• Responsible for evaluating and screening potential admissions to the swing bed program
• Initiates and maintains ongoing communication with patients and their families to assess discharge needs
• Collaborates with physicians to facilitate timely discharge planning and documents updates as an ongoing review
• Manages swing bed placement in collaboration with the healthcare team and completes MDS documentation as needed
• Assists with obtaining referrals and prior authorizations for Home Health Care, CME, SNF, acute rehab, and appointments
• Educates physicians and staff on appropriate level of care, utilization standards, and required documentation for admission status

American Traveler Job ID #P-722494. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Case Management/Utilization Review - Case Management

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.