LPN Pediatrics

UnitedHealth Group•Eugene, OR

5d•$20 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Optum’s Pacific West region is redefining health care with a focus on health equity, affordability, quality, and convenience. From California, to Oregon and Washington, we are focused on helping more than 2.5 million patients live healthier lives and helping the health system work better for everyone. At Optum Pacific West, we care. We care for our team members, our patients, and our communities. Join our culture of caring and make a positive and lasting impact on health care for millions. The Licensed Practical Nurse serves the patient, the physician and other staff members by assisting in the delivery of primary health care and patient care management.

Requirements

Graduate of accredited nursing school
Current Oregon LPN license
1+ year of professional nursing experience
Healthcare provider level BLS/CPR certification, or the ability to obtain certification within 30 days of employment

Nice To Haves

Experience with an electronic medical record system

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for examination and treatment. Take patient histories and vital signs
Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments and follow policies and procedures
Assist physicians in preparing for minor surgeries and physicals
Maintain the patient file, records and other information
Use nursing theory to guide patient care
Perform selected nursing and administrative duties
Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments
Give injections and apply splints and dressings
Maintain patient confidentiality
Attend staff meetings as required
Maintain strictest confidentiality
Perform other duties as assigned