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Ruzica Paunic

Prior Authorization Nurse

Nurse Knoxville, TN Centene Corporation
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Overview
Level
Staff
Tenure
7 years at Centene Corporation
Connections
1
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 649,767 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Nurse specialty. Ruzica Paunic is one of them.
  • 9,806 Nurses are based in TN (out of 27,118 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 371 contacts at Centene Corporation are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Nurse compensation in TN: $101,000 – $152,000 (median $118,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Nurses in TN: Vanderbilt University Medical Center (409), The Vanderbilt University (238), Ascension (170).
  • 6% of Nurses in TN hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 69% of Nurses in TN have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed July 2026.

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  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Western Governors University
Bachelor's degree
2020
Saint Petersburg College
Associate's degree
2017
Galen College of Nursing
LPN
2014
About Centene Corporation
Industry
Healthcare Services
Website
centene.com
Professional Overview

Ruzica Paunic is a Prior Authorization Nurse, currently affiliated with Centene Corporation, based in Knoxville, TN. As a nurse, Paunic contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Knoxville, TN. They have been with Centene Corporation for 7 years. Paunic holds academic credentials, including Bachelor's degree and Associate's degree, from Western Governors University and Saint Petersburg College. Centene Corporation operates in the Healthcare Services sector. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit nurse professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. 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 Knoxville, TN 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Ruzica Paunic located?
Ruzica Paunic is based in Knoxville, TN. They are currently affiliated with Centene Corporation.
What is Ruzica Paunic's specialty?
Ruzica Paunic specializes in Nurse. Their current role is Prior Authorization Nurse.
Where does Ruzica Paunic currently work?
Ruzica Paunic currently works at Centene Corporation. They have been there for 7 years.
What is Ruzica Paunic's educational background?
Ruzica Paunic attended Western Governors University and Saint Petersburg College.
How do I contact Ruzica Paunic for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Nurse?
Recruiting nurses typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for nurses across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Nurse in TN?
Nurses in TN typically earn $101,000 to $152,000 annually, with a median of $118,000. 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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