Licensed Practical Nurse LPN, Colchester Family Medicine
Optum
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Posted: 16-Nov-24
Location: Colchester, Connecticut
Salary: Open
Categories:
General Nursing
Internal Number: 144462310
$1,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates
ProHealth Physicians (CT), part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team in New London, 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.???
Are you ready to make a positive impact in health care? If so, you're the missing piece in our care team. As part of the Optum and UnitedHealth Group family, ProHealth Physicians offers new opportunities for growth. Here, you'll experience:
Exceptional teamwork
Robust medical resources
Passionate professionals with a focus on patient-centered care
Position Details:
Location: 119 Broadway, Colchester, CT 06415
Schedule: Full time, 40 hours/weekly, Monday through Friday, hours ranging between 8:15AM – 5:15PM.
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
Document all patient interactions and other clinical activities accurately and in a timely manner in the electronic health record (EHR)
Act as a member of the care team, including preparing patients to be seen by collecting and recording (as applicable):
Patient vitals
Current medications
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 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 of an accredited School of Nursing
Currently licensed as a LPN in the State of Connecticut
Basic computer knowledge and aptitude
Preferred Qualifications:
Pediatric experience
Phone triage experience
Experience with various software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, etc.
Experience with EMR systems (Allscripts / EPIC)
Connecticut Residents Only: The hourly range for this role is $19.47 to $38.08 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.
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.