Licensed Practical Nurse - Patient Care & Sign-On Bonus

UnitedHealth Group; West Nyack (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group in West Nyack, NY is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join Optum NY/NJ. This position offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates and a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:30am to 5:30pm.

You will provide nursing care, coordinate with the care team, and assist with procedures in a patient-centered environment. New York LPN license and graduation from an accredited program are required; CPR/BLS certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Practical Nursing.
• New York State license with current NYS registration, in good standing.
• Current CPR/BLS certification (preferred).
• 1+ years of experience as a licensed practical nurse or 2+ years as a Medical Assistant in a pertinent practice area (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care to patients/significant others via direct and/or telephone contact, following established standards and practices.
• Coordinates with other members of the care team to ensure seamless care delivery, maximal coordination of efforts, and active patient participation in planning and care.
• Assists physician or other provider with clinical procedures and participates in patient teaching.
• Provides direction to: clerical assistants, medical assistants, and other non-licensed personnel.

Skills

CPR/BLS certification

Patient care

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Practical Nursing

Tools

N/A

Job description

UnitedHealth Group in West Nyack, NY is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join Optum NY/NJ. This position offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates and a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:30am to 5:30pm.

You will provide nursing care, coordinate with the care team, and assist with procedures in a patient-centered environment. New York LPN license and graduation from an accredited program are required; CPR/BLS certification is preferred.