Optum NY -Registered Nurse - Oncology Infusion

Keane & Beane, P.C.; Village of Lake Success (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Registered Nurse specializing in Hematology Oncology Infusion in Lake Success, NY. The role involves providing direct patient care, coordinating with the care team, and ensuring high-quality medical services. Candidates should have a valid nursing license in New York and relevant experience, with a focus on patient-centered care and collaboration.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

401k contribution

Qualifications

• Registered nurse licensed to practice in New York State.
• Infusion and oncology experience preferred.
• 1+ years of recent nursing experience in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Provides professional nursing care to patients via direct and/or telephone contact.
• Coordinates with care team for seamless care delivery.
• Assists physician with clinical procedures and participates in patient teaching.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.)

Job description

$5,000 Sign-on Bonus for E xternal C andidates

Optum NY, (formerly Optum Tri-State NY) is seeking a Registered Nurse - Hematology Oncology Infusion to join our team in Lake Success, NY. 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.

The group has always maintained a firm commitment to each of our patients...to provide high quality medical and surgical care in a warm, friendly setting, and in a caring manner. Each and every member of our professional and support staff is dedicated to this ideal - physicians, nurses, technicians and support personnel. The commitment to deliver services that revolve around our patients is central to our care practices and philosophies. Integrated care teams focus their efforts to ensure that evidence-based, patient-centered approaches are consistently implemented to maximize patient health, self-efficacy, and self-management.

This position is Monday - Friday 37.5 hours/week no weekends !

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provides professional 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, performs telephone triage as needed, and participates in patient teaching

Optum NY/NJ was formed in 2022 by bringing together Riverside Medical Group, CareMount Medical and ProHealth Care. The regional alignment combines resources and services across the care continuum - from preventative medicine to diagnostics to treatment and beyond across New York, New Jersey, and Southern Connecticut. As a Patient Centered Medical Home, Optum NY/NJ can provide patient-focused medical care to the entire family. You will find our team working in local clinics, surgery centers and urgent care centers, within care models focused on managing risk, higher quality outcomes and driving change through collaboration and innovation. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.

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:

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• Infusion Experience
• Registered nurse licensed to practice in New York State (NYS) and in good standing

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.)
• Current BLS certification
• Chemo Therapy experience
• Oncology Experience
• 1+ years of recent pertinent professional nursing experience in a hospital, medical office, or other clinical setting
• 1+ years of experience as a registered nurse or 2+ years as a licensed practical nurse in a pertinent practice area

About OptumCare:

At OptumCare, we've found that putting clinicians at the center of care is the best way to improve lives. Our physician-led organization is one of the most dynamic and progressive health care organizations in the world, serving over 17 million people through more than 45,000 aligned physicians and 9,000 advanced practice clinicians. You will find our team working in local clinics, surgery centers and urgent care centers, within care models focused on managing risk, higher quality outcomes and driving change through collaboration and innovation. Learn more at www.workatoptum.com.

Would you thrive with OptumCare?

• Do you practice evidence-based medicine?
• Are you seeking a practice focused on patient-centered quality care, not volume?
• Are you a team player - comfortable delegating and empowering teams?
• Are you constantly seeking better ways to do things?
  Do you want to be part of something better?

The hourly range for this role is $28.61 to $56.06 per hour based on full-time employment. 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.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.