Angie Garrett

Utilization Management Nurse (Precert Pre-Service and Post Service) · Wellmark Blue Cross And Blue Shield

Nurse West Des Moines, IA

Overview

Level
Staff
Tenure
9 years
since Nov 2017
Gender
Female

Experience

Utilization Management Nurse (Precert Pre-Service and Post Service)Current
Wellmark Blue Cross And Blue Shield
Since Nov 2017 · 9 years · West Des Moines, IA

Education

Mercy College of Health Sciences
Associate of Science (AS)
2005 – 2007
Iowa State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
2002 – 2004
Des Moines Area Community College
Associate of Arts
1999 – 2001

Skills

Nursing Patient Advocacy Healthcare Mental Health Patient Safety Case Management Utilization Management Cpr Certified Healthcare Management Nursing Education Home Care Elder Care Developmental Disabilities Disease Management

About Wellmark Blue Cross And Blue Shield

Industry
Insurance
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$1B+
Office Location
1331 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA

Professional Overview

Angie Garrett is a Utilization Management Nurse (Precert Pre-Service and Post Service), currently affiliated with Wellmark Blue Cross And Blue Shield, based in West Des Moines, IA. As a nurse, Garrett contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in West Des Moines, IA. They have been with Wellmark Blue Cross And Blue Shield for 9 years. Garrett holds academic credentials, including Associate of Science (AS) and Bachelor of Science (B.S.), from Mercy College of Health Sciences and Iowa State University. Core competencies include Nursing, Patient Advocacy, Healthcare, Mental Health, Patient Safety. Wellmark Blue Cross And Blue Shield operates in the Insurance sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit nurse professionals can use HealthTal to access direct email addresses and personal phone numbers compiled from public LinkedIn profile data and public licensing data in the NPI registry. Direct outreach to nurse specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The West Des Moines, IA healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Position in HealthTal Database

  • 649,763 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Nurse specialty. Angie Garrett is one of them.
  • 4,061 Nurses are based in IA (out of 11,588 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 12 contacts at Wellmark Blue Cross And Blue Shield are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Nurse compensation in IA: $102,000 – $153,000 (median $119,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Nurses in IA: Unitypoint Health (231), University Of Iowa Health Care (136), Mercyone (110).
  • 7% of Nurses in IA hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 67% of Nurses in IA have education credentials on file.

Data refreshed November 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Angie Garrett located?

Angie Garrett is based in West Des Moines, IA. They are currently affiliated with Wellmark Blue Cross And Blue Shield.

What is Angie Garrett's specialty?

Angie Garrett specializes in Nurse. Their current role is Utilization Management Nurse (Precert Pre-Service and Post Service).

Where does Angie Garrett currently work?

Angie Garrett currently works at Wellmark Blue Cross And Blue Shield. They have been there for 9 years.

What is Angie Garrett's educational background?

Angie Garrett attended Mercy College of Health Sciences and Iowa State University.

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What is the average salary for a Nurse in IA?

Nurses in IA typically earn $102,000 to $153,000 annually, with a median of $119,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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