Full Time Urgent Care LPN

UnitedHealth Group•Middletown, NY

18h•$20 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

Optum NY is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their team in Middletown, NY. As part of the Optum Care Delivery team, the LPN will contribute to the vision of making healthcare better for everyone. Optum provides clinical resources, data, and support from a global organization, empowering LPNs to help patients live healthier lives. The role offers an exceptional career opportunity with a focus on advancing community health and contributing new practice ideas. Optum in the tri-state region, which includes former entities like CareMount Medical, ProHEALTH New York, and Riverside Medical Group, offers an interconnected network for collaborative care coordination. This network provides access to over 2,100 providers across 70 specialties and 360 medical practices, with more than 55 urgent care locations in New York, New Jersey, and Southern Connecticut.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing
New York State (NYS) license with current NYS registration, in good standing

Nice To Haves

Current CPR/BLS certification
1+ years of experience as a licensed practical nurse or two years as a medical assistant in a pertinent practice area

Responsibilities

Provides nursing care to patients/significant others via direct and/or telephone contact, following established standards and practices.
Coordinates with other members of the care team to ensure seamless care delivery, maximal coordination of efforts, and active patient participation in planning and care.
Assists physician or other provider with clinical procedures and participates in patient teaching.
Provides Direction To: Clerical assistants, medical assistants, and other non-licensed personnel.