LVN - Clinical Care & Community Impact

UnitedHealth Group; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group's Optum CA in Santa Clarita, CA is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse to support clinicians and deliver patient-centered care in a dynamic team setting. You will help manage patient flow, assist with exams, and contribute to safe, efficient care.

Responsibilities include administering medications, obtaining vital signs, preparing patients, collecting specimens, and documenting activities under supervision. BLS certification is required or obtainable at hire.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an LVN program.
• Active, unrestricted LVN license from California.
• BLS certification or ability to obtain at time of hire.
• IV and blood withdrawal certification.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient to exam/treatment areas and prepare for procedures.
• Obtain records, vital signs and pertinent information for RN/clinician.
• Administer medications and instruct patients on procedures under supervision.
• Notify pharmacies of new prescriptions and refills as ordered.
• Collect, label and transport specimens to appropriate destinations.
• Maintain exam/treatment areas and medical equipment.
• Maintain logs, records and inventories; prepare for audits.
• Perform telephone screening and other duties as assigned.

Skills

ACLS

PALS

LVN/LPN experience

Education

Graduation from an accredited LVN program

Active, unrestricted LVN license (CA)

Job description

UnitedHealth Group's Optum CA in Santa Clarita, CA is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse to support clinicians and deliver patient-centered care in a dynamic team setting. You will help manage patient flow, assist with exams, and contribute to safe, efficient care.

Responsibilities include administering medications, obtaining vital signs, preparing patients, collecting specimens, and documenting activities under supervision. BLS certification is required or obtainable at hire.