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Position in this function provides professional nursing care by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the care of patients under the supervision of a clinician or RN, Supervisor, or RN Charge Nurse. Delegates tasks as needed to professionals and para-professional employees. Coordinates activities and works closely with clinicians and staff to maintain efficient department functions and ensure successful operation of the department. Responsible for performing operational duties as required under the supervision of the site administrator or designee. This position will be with our team at 1633 Medical Center Point.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Uses, protects, and discloses Optum’s patients’ protected health information (PHI) only in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards

• Consistently exhibits behavior and communication skills that demonstrate the company’s commitment to superior customer service, including quality, care and concern with each and every internal and external customer

• Performs various simple to moderately complex, comprehensive patient assessments, tests and procedures within the scope of practice of a Registered Nurse

• Obtains, interprets, records and reports vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure), height, weight, and other pertinent patient information to clinician

• Prepares patient for examination and other procedures

• Develops an appropriate nursing care plan

• Implements a plan of care by performing nursing interventions and assisting with procedures

• Instructs patient on procedural preparations

• Administers medication and other therapeutic modalities within the scope of practice of a Registered Nurse

• Collects, labels and transports various specimens to appropriate destinations

• Performs patient and family teaching

• Maintains clinical standards outlined in the clinical operations policies and procedures manual. Identifies deficiencies and recommends changes

• Documents and maintains records of medical and nursing procedures

• Coordinates with clinicians and ancillary departments to plan daily work assignments according to staff abilities, clinician and patient schedules, patient flow and procedures

• Ensures adequate levels of supplies are maintained

• Ensures that all equipment is maintained

• Performs telephone screening and advice under the direction of clinician

• Directs patients to appropriate levels of care and authorizes outside services

• Notifies pharmacies of new prescriptions and authorizations of refills as ordered by clinician

• Participates in educational programs to enhance nursing knowledge

• Adheres to Universal Precautions at all times

• Adheres to safety policies and procedures at all times

• Performs additional 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:

• Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing

• Current State RN license

• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (AHA) or CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer (American Red Cross)

• 1+ years of experience

• Computer literate

• Manual dexterity to use/handle equipment and instruments

• Ability to type 25 wpm

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)

• IV therapy and phlebotomy certification

• 5+ years of experience

• Proven excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Proven ability to concurrently perform multiple tasks

Colorado Residents Only: The hourly range for this role is $28.03 to $54.95 per hour. 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.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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