Lori Dantzler

Utilization Review Nurse · Optima Health

Nurse Winchester, VA

Overview

Level
Staff
Tenure
4 years
since Jan 2022
Gender
Female

Experience

Utilization Review NurseCurrent
Optima Health
Since Jan 2022 · 4 years · Winchester, VA

Education

Capella University
Master of Business Administration - MBA · Health/Health Care Administration/Management
2019 – 2020
Capella University
Bachelor's degree · Nursing Science
2017 – 2018
Northern Virginia Community College
Associate's degree
1985 – 1988

Skills

Utilization Management Icd 10 Icd 9 Epic Systems Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word Microsoft Outlook Intensive Care Cath Lab Pacu Am Admitts Med/Surg Pre Admission Testing Bcls Instructor Acls Instruction Pediatric Advanced Life Support Healthcare Nursing Hospitals Microsoft Powerpoint Microsoft Office Customer Service Training Team Building

About Optima Health

Industry
Insurance
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$1B+

Professional Overview

Lori Dantzler is a Utilization Review Nurse, currently affiliated with Optima Health, based in Winchester, VA. As a nurse, Dantzler contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Winchester, VA. They have been with Optima Health for 4 years. Dantzler holds academic credentials, including Master of Business Administration - MBA, Health/Health Care Administration/Management and Bachelor's degree, Nursing Science, from Capella University and Capella University. Core competencies include Utilization Management, Icd 10, Icd 9, Epic Systems, Microsoft Excel. Optima Health 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 Winchester, VA 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

  • 649,765 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Nurse specialty. Lori Dantzler is one of them.
  • 11,840 Nurses are based in VA (out of 33,258 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 29 contacts at Optima Health are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Nurse compensation in VA: $110,000 – $165,000 (median $128,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Nurses in VA: Inova Health System (482), Vcu Health (416), Sentara Health (396).
  • 6% of Nurses in VA hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 68% of Nurses in VA have education credentials on file.

Data refreshed November 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Lori Dantzler located?

Lori Dantzler is based in Winchester, VA. They are currently affiliated with Optima Health.

What is Lori Dantzler's specialty?

Lori Dantzler specializes in Nurse. Their current role is Utilization Review Nurse.

Where does Lori Dantzler currently work?

Lori Dantzler currently works at Optima Health. They have been there for 4 years.

What is Lori Dantzler's educational background?

Lori Dantzler attended Capella University and Capella University.

How do I contact Lori Dantzler for recruiting?

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What is the average salary for a Nurse in VA?

Nurses in VA typically earn $110,000 to $165,000 annually, with a median of $128,000. 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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