Registered Nurse Pediatrics ProHealth Physicians S Windsor CT

Ascension St Vincent; South Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Optum is seeking a Registered Nurse - Pediatrics in South Windsor, CT. This full-time role involves providing patient care, documenting interactions, and educating patients. Candidates should be graduates of an accredited nursing program with a valid Connecticut RN license. Join a collaborative team dedicated to improving healthcare for the community.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Nursing Program.
• Connecticut RN licensure required.
• Experience in pediatrics nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide and document nursing care following established standards.
• Educate patients regarding their illness or injury.
• Act as a liaison between patients, staff, and providers.

Skills

Patient Care

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Graduate from accredited Nursing Program

Connecticut RN licensure

BSN

Job description

$1,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates

ProHealth Physicians (CT), part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Registered Nurse - Pediatrics to join our team in South Windsor, CT. 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.

South Windsor Pediatrics, ProHealth Physicians, part of Optum, has an immediate opening for a friendly, patient focused and detailed oriented RN to join our team. This is a full-time (40 hours) Monday-Friday with 8-hour shifts. Practice is typically open from 7:30 am-6:00 pm position with rotating Saturdays (8:00am-12:00pm). May be asked to float to local practices for coverage. Schedule will be determined by the Practice Manager upon hire.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support the care team and its patients by providing and documenting nursing care following established standards and practices


• Provide patient care and education and assist in locating and coordinating services from other providers and resources


• Serve as liaison between patients, staff and providers


• Document all patient interactions and other clinical activities accurately and in a timely manner in the electronic health record (EHR)


• Demonstrate respect for patients and ProHealth staff by presenting a friendly, courteous manner at all times and maintaining patient confidentiality


• Provide attention to patients in a manner that builds confidence, trust and loyalty


• Act as a member of the care team, including preparing patients to be seen by collecting and recording (as applicable): Height and weight, Temperature, Blood pressure, Head circumference, Current medications and Chief complaint and history


• Triage patients according to approved protocols and consistent with ProHealth's Appointment and Scheduling Guidelines. Answer and document patient phone calls; take complete messages and route to providers as needed using the EHR


• Provide and document patient care such as giving injections and performing preventive screenings


• Educate patients regarding their illness or injury and provide instruction regarding self-management of their condition


• Carry out standing orders (i.e., authorizing prescription refills and ordering tests) consistent with ProHealth's policies and procedures


• Schedule tests, treatments and follow up visits on behalf of patients. Assist patients with identifying suitable outside resources for disease management and other services; refer patients when appropriate


• As appropriate, conduct outreach to patients in need of appointments or other services, to communicate test results and other information, and to follow up after appointments to be sure patients are following their plan of care


• Monitor task list in order to respond to tasks in a timely manner, follow up on overdue orders and monitor status of critical referrals


• Order supplies and vaccines and maintain appropriate records. Prepare and maintain equipment including sterilization


• Conduct orientation of clinical support staff and provide training/coaching for staff related to clinical issues


• Maintain knowledge of current coding, OSHA and CLIA regulations and ProHealth policies


• Assist care team to assure smooth office operation and delivery of excellent service through teamwork


• Perform other duties as assigned

ProHealth Physicians is Connecticut's leading community-based medical group. Formed in 1997, we have primary care offices in every county. Our 300+ doctors and advance practice clinicians care for children and adults of all ages. We also have in-house imaging and clinical lab services. Traditional medicine treats people when they're sick. Instead, we focus on preventing diseases. Our goal is to give our patients - and their communities - the tools they need to be and stay well. This is how we help people live healthier lives. 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 from accredited Nursing Program


• Connecticut RN licensure
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• BSN


• Pediatrics nursing experience


• Experience working on an electronic health record
  

The hourly range for this role is $28.61 to $56.06x 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.

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