05/05/2026
I got this DM yesterday from a nurse with 10 years of experience:
"I want to get into UR, but every job asks for InterQual or MCG experience, and I have none. How do I even get started?"
My advice: Stop waiting for a job offer to gain the skill. You need to invest in learning the criteria now.
Listing "InterQual Proficiency" (or certification, if you can) on your resume is how you bypass the keyword filters and land the interview.
In my coaching, we don't just talk about UR; we learn how to use the tools. Need help closing that skills gap? Let's chat.
Post 4: Myth-Busting (Addressing Common Objections)
❌ "Utilization Review is just for older nurses retiring."
❌ "UR is just being an office drone for insurance."
Let's bust this myth: You are still very much a NURSE in UR.
Every day you are reviewing labs, analyzing imaging, interpreting provider notes, and questioning treatment paths. You are just doing it retrospectively or concurrently, rather than prospectively.
In many ways, UR nurses have a broader view of a patient’s journey than the bedside nurse assigned for a single shift.
The shift isn't about being less of a nurse; it's about shifting how you apply your knowledge. 🧠
