| Location | Colton, CA |
| Salary | $105,809.60–$138,819.20 Per Year |
Utilization Review/Performance Improvement Nurse
Salary
$105,809.60 - $138,819.20 Annually
Location
Colton, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
26-21008-01
Department
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center
Opening Date
11/07/2026
Closing Date
11/20/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA
Exempt
The Job
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC) is recruiting for Utilization Review/Performance Review Nurses who perform chart reviews and data input, collection and analysis, core measures data abstractions and correspond with physicians to ensure clinical interventions are implemented and documented within established guidelines and regulatory requirements. In addition, positions conduct medical staff peer reviews of clinical indicators and case reviews for discharges and prepare reports; use queries from databases for comparative analysis; provide education to staff and physicians on performance measurement and continuous quality improvement; design and conduct specific studies to assess the delivery of patient care and present findings with recommendations for improvement.
For more detailed information, refer to the Utilization Review/Performance Improvement Nurse job description.
ARROWHEAD REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Located on a beautiful 70-acre campus in Colton, California (50 miles east of Los Angeles), Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC) is a state-of-the-art, public/nonprofit, 456-bed, university affiliated teaching hospital licensed by the State of California Department of Public Health and accredited by The Joint Commission. The hospital houses a regional burn center serving four counties (San Bernardino, Riverside, Mono and Inyo), a comprehensive stroke center, level I trauma center and a freestanding in-patient behavioral health center. Additionally, ARMC operates five community-based, primary care clinics and over 40 specialty care outpatient services. ARMC is the primary teaching hospital for the adjacently located California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM), the Inland Empires newest medical school.
To learn more about Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, please visit: www.arrowheadregional.org
EXCELLENT BENEFITS
To review job-specific benefits, refer to Summary of Benefits and the Memoranda of Understanding (MOU)
The County also offers an alternative Modified Benefits Option (MBO) that provides a wage differential.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Pre-Employment Process: Incumbents must pass a background investigation, which includes fingerprinting, work history and education verification, as well as a job-related physical exam and drug screening.
Certifications and License: Must maintain Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification issued by ARMC, Basic Life Support certifications, and a current California Registered Nurse license throughout employment. CPI training is provided.
Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Minimum Requirements
Candidates must possess all of the following:
LICENSEMust possess and maintain a current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of California.
CERTIFICATIONMust possess and maintain a Healthcare Provider level Basic Life Support certification issued by the American Heart Association.
EXPERIENCEOPTION 1One (1) year of full-time equivalent experience as a Registered Nurse in performance improvement, quality management or utilization review.
OPTION 2Two (2) years of full-time equivalent experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute care hospital.
Desired Qualifications
The ideal candidate has experience in quality improvement and knowledge of core measures. Candidates with experience in Behavioral Health, Critical Care, Emergency Department, or Medical - Surgical nursing are highly desired. Behavioral Health experience preferred. Additionally, candidates skilled at chart reviews and proficient in Microsoft applications, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Excel creating data bases and spreadsheets are also strongly preferred.
Selection Process
Application Procedure: Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by Friday, November 20, 2026 at 5:00 PM. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.
There will be a competitive evaluation based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire. It is to your advantage to include as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records.
If you need technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans Preference Policy.
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process
Nurses Unit
San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
Please review the appropriate Summary of Benefits* for more information
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Employee Benefits website for more detailed information.
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Instructions: The information from your complete County Application and the Supplemental Questions below will be used to determine whether applicants meet the minimum requirements for this position, and will provide the basis for a competitive evaluation with other candidates in the selection process. It is to your advantage to provide complete, organized and detailed responses to each question. Do not refer to a resume.
All work experience listed on the Supplemental Questionnaire must also be listed in the "Work Experience" section of your County Application in order to be evaluated.
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License: Do you possess a valid California Registered Nurse license?
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License: Indicate your current California Registered Nurse license number and expiration date in the following format: California RN 123456, expires 1/31/2030. If you do not possess a California registered nurse license, indicate "N/A." Incomplete information will result in disqualification.
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Certification: Do you possess a valid Healthcare Provider level Basic Life Support certification issued by the American Heart Association?
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Experience: Indicate below the option under which you meet the required experience.
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Experience: Indicate your experience conducting chart reviews:
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Describe your experience in preparing indicators analyses for medical staff peer review committees and clinical project management. Include your role, level of responsibility, and experience preparing reports and presenting findings. If you do not possess this experience, indicate "N/A".
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Describe your experience with core measures. Provide an example of a core measure, describe the disease process and the type of care a patient with this condition should receive to comply with current regulatory requirements. If you do not possess this experience, indicate "N/A".
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Computer Experience: Indicate the computer programs that you have used and are familiar with (Select all that apply). If none, indicate "N/A".
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Describe your experience creating spreadsheets, databases and reports in Microsoft Excel. Describe the project, your role and reason for use. If you do not possess this experience, indicate "N/A".
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Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).
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Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete: Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered.
Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
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