Primary Care LPN - Team-Based Nursing with Epic

UnitedHealth Group; Cheshire (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

401k contribution

Job summary

ProHealth Physicians in Connecticut is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide basic patient care under RN or Provider supervision. You will document care, assist with exams, and support a collaborative care team in a busy primary care setting.

The role requires an active CT LPN license, a high school diploma or GED, and basic computer skills. Competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package are provided.

Qualifications

• Highschool diploma or GED.
• Active, unrestricted LPN licensure in CT.
• Intermediate level of computer proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide and document patient care such as injections and preventive screenings.
• Prepare patients for visits by collecting and recording clinical information per protocol.
• Manage patients according to approved protocols and scheduling guidelines.
• Carry out standing orders, including prescription refills and tests.
• Document all patient interactions in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Schedule tests and follow-up visits and assist with referrals for disease management.
• Answer and document patient calls and route messages to providers via the EHR.
• Monitor tasks and overdue orders, and track referrals as needed.
• Assist Regional Nurse Managers with temperature monitoring oversight.
• Perform phlebotomy for patients as needed.
• Back-up Medical Assistants to support patient care and flow.
• Contribute to smooth office operation and high-quality patient service.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Education

LPN licensure CT

Tools

EPIC EHR

Job description

Explore opportunities with ProHealth Physicians, part of the Optum family of businesses. When you work at ProHealth Physicians, your contributions directly sustain the health and well-being of our community. Discover high levels of teamwork, robust medical resources and a deep commitment to exceptional care and service. Join a leading community-based medical group and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Licensed Practical Nurse will provide basic care to patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Provider, functioning within their scope of license.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide and document patient care such as giving injections and performing preventive screenings
• Act as a member of the care team, including preparing patients to be seen by collecting and recording clinical information as per protocol
• Manage patients according to approved protocols and consistent with appointment and scheduling guidelines
• Carry out standing orders (i.e., authorizing prescription refills and ordering tests) consistent with practice policies and procedures
• Document all patient interactions and other clinical activities accurately and in a timely manner in the electronic health record (EHR)
• Schedule tests, treatments and follow up visits on behalf of patients; assist patients with identifying suitable outside resources for disease management and other services
• Answer and document patient phone calls; take complete messages and route to providers as needed using the EHR
• Monitor tasks in order to respond in a timely manner, follow up on overdue orders/worklists and monitor status of critical referrals
• In coordination with Regional Nurse Managers, maintain oversight of temperature monitoring
• Perform phlebotomy for patients as needed
• Act as a back-up to Medical Assistants to manage patient care and flow
• Assist care team to assure smooth office operation and delivery of excellent service through teamwork
• Provide attention to patients in a manner that builds confidence, trust and loyalty
• Demonstrate respect for patients and ProHealth staff by presenting a friendly, courteous manner at all times and maintaining patient confidentiality
• Maintain open lines of communications with care team and Regional Management team
• Maintain knowledge of current coding, OSHA and CLIA regulations and company policies
• Adhere to all patient safety initiatives and infection control regulations
• Perform other duties 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:

• Highschool diploma or GED
• Active, unrestricted LPN licensure in CT
• Intermediate level of computer proficiency in Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of post-licensure nursing experience
• Experience working with Epic
• Experience in primary care

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $20.00 to $36.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are 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.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.