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Posted: 18-Oct-24
Location: Henderson, Nevada
Salary: Open
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Internal Number: 143474228
New Employee Sign On Bonus-- $4000 after 30 days employment
Optum NV is seeking a LPN to join our team in Henderson, Nevada. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
At Optum, you’ll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, you’ll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an exceptional career and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Position Purpose:
Receives operational direction from both LPN Supervisor and Maternal Child Program RN Manager. Works cooperatively with entire care team to provide appropriate, quality healthcare and exemplary customer service throughout the patient care continuum. Collects pertinent patient data and coordinates with the provider for timely patient interventions. Works with front office staff to ensure smooth patient flow and timely waiting room management. Readily adapts procedures, processes and techniques to meet moderately complex requirements of the position. Performs all medication administration and vaccinations within the clinic.
Position Highlights & Primary Responsibilities:
- Room patients in OB/GYN and Pediatrics, as assigned, within the scope of a Licensed Practical Nurse and SMA company standards. Consistently utilize departmental standing orders to satisfy HEDIS requirements during each patient encounter
- Responsible for collection and documentation of patient information to include vital signs, chief complaint, medications (including current pharmacy information), allergies, health risk screens, immunization status and other pertinent health information. Respects privacy and confidentiality at all times
- Coordinate patient care as directed by physicians, mid-level practitioners, LPN Supervisor, RN Program Manager and SMA company standards and policies
- Assist co-workers/team members with other duties, to include, but not limited to, floating between Pediatrics and OB/GYN, as requested. Must also be willing and able to travel to alternate clinic locations
- Organize and standardize exam and treatment rooms, stock and clean rooms daily and sterilize necessary instruments
- Respond to telephones messages and patient care tasks daily as per SMA policy. Documents all patient interactions in a timely manner within the medical record
- Participate in the training of new employees, to include completion of orientation checklists, and assist with competency training
- Responsible for maintaining compliance related to laboratory QC management and waive testing, maintenance of E-Kits (as applicable), clinic supply and PAR orders/levels and pediatric vaccine supplies and storage designations
- Perform all other job-related duties in Pediatrics and OB/GYN, as assigned
You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Graduate of accredited school of practical nursing
- Unrestricted, active Nevada nursing license
- Current CPR certification, or the ability to attain certification within 30 days of employment
- 1+ years of clinical experience
- Able to perform complex Licensed Practical Nurse job responsibilities within the clinical scope of practice
- Knowledge or ability to learn and apply job functions
- Frequent use of advanced clinical and decision-making skills
- Good communication skills, excellent phone etiquette, customer service skills, effective time management and organizational capability
- Computer experience with Windows-based applications
- Ability to receive and comprehend instructions verbally and in writing
- Able to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
Preferred Qualifications:
- Extensive familiarity of all aspects of pediatric vaccine requirements
Nevada Residents Only: The hourly range for this role is $19.47 to $38.08 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
