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RN Pre-Service Authorization

Essentia Health·Duluth, Minnesota

$70,595 - $105,893/yrFull TimeRemote OkRemote friendly2-5 yrsPosted 5 days ago

RN Pre-Service Authorization · $70,595 - $105,893/yr

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How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • +22% vs. median posted salary for nursing roles in Minnesota ($58,000, n=3085)
  • 147 similar openings in the Duluth area · median $40,400
$4,000 · p10p90 · $500,000
this role: $70,595median $58,000

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 3,085 posted nursing roles in Minnesota salarys. This role sits in the 64th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 22% above the Minnesota median for nursing roles.

The RN Pre-Service Authorization manages managed care programs, including referral and prior authorization processes, while providing clinical leadership to Access Coordinators. They collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure efficient insurance issue resolution and support health care compliance initiatives.

Building Location

  • Business
  • Service
  • Center
  • Department: 1007190 PRE-SERVICE AUTHORIZATION - EH SS

Job Description

Conducts Managed Care Programs in conjunction with third party administrators’ health care agreements. Works collaboratively with and provides clinical expertise and leadership to Access Coordinators to perform all aspects of managed care, including the referral, prior authorization/precertification processes, using and revising Essentia Health’s established policies and procedures for managed care activities. Performs complex care coordination and referral management. Works collaboratively with the Essentia Health customer service personnel to provide efficient service for insurance issue resolution and smooth operations. Works collaboratively with clinical areas and business services both internally and externally. Supports efforts and participates with the Supervisor of Contracting & Payor Relations and the Health Plans Medical Directors regarding health care initiatives and compliance issues for health plans. Education Qualifications: BSN or ADN degree from an accredited school or college of nursing Licensure/Certification Qualifications: Certification/Licensure Required: Current nursing licensure in state(s) of employment FTE: 1 Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Remote Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start Time: 0800 Shift End Time: 1630 Weekends: Holidays: No Call Obligation: No Union: Union Posting Deadline: Compensation Range: $70,595.20 - $105,892.80 Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a BSN or ADN degree from an accredited nursing school and possess a current nursing license in the state of employment. The role requires clinical expertise and the ability to work collaboratively within a managed care environment.

  • associate degree
  • bachelor degree
  • Compliance
  • Nursing
  • Precertification
  • Care coordination
  • Referral management
  • Managed care
  • Clinical leadership
  • Prior authorization
  • Insurance issue resolution
  • Health care initiatives

Benefits

  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Medical insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Professional development
  • Generous time off
  • Wellness resources

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
Remote Ok
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$70,595 - $105,893/yr
Location
Duluth, Minnesota
Posted
Sep 4, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Essentia Health

Essentia Health is an integrated health system serving patients in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and North Dakota. Headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota, Essentia Health combines the strengths and talents of more than 15,000 employees, including more than 2,200 physicians and advanced...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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Market context

Minnesota nursing roles remain competitive

Minnesota nursing openings often reflect steady demand in senior care settings, where employers look for RNs who can support older adults and work reliably across shifts. These roles are competitive because an accredited nursing degree, an unencumbered RN license, and prior senior-population experience are common screening points; a bachelor’s degree can strengthen candidacy. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your license status and tailor your application to senior-care experience.

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